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The protagonist of Tremor is named Tunde, and he shares a great deal with the protagonists of Cole's previous novels. As one reads Tremor, it becomes apparent that Cole's objective is not to draw readers closer to his protagonist, to tell his story, or even to make his readers feel what Tunde feels. Tunde might desire a story that has a beginning, a middle, and an end, but Cole is far more interested in constructing a novel that rejects such structures. [Extracted from the article]

Nathaniel Hawthorne, a famous American writer, was haunted by his Puritan ancestors and their involvement in the Salem witch trials. Born in 1804 in Salem, Massachusetts, Hawthorne grew up in a financially unstable household. He attended Bowdoin College and later became friends with notable writers such as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Hawthorne's most famous work, "The Scarlet Letter," explores themes of sin, punishment, and the nature of good versus evil. His other works often focus on guilt, punishment, and the struggle against strict moral codes. [Extracted from the article]

The General John Glover Farmhouse, the home of a prominent figure in the American Revolution, is at risk of being demolished despite its historical significance. John Glover and his regiment played a crucial role in saving General Washington's army during the war. Efforts are being made by local organizations to preserve the farmhouse, which is located in Swampscott, Massachusetts. An engineering survey conducted by the Swampscott Historical Commission found that while the house is deteriorated, many original features from the 1700s, such as fireplaces and woodwork, are still intact. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Salem Witch Trials that took place in Massachusetts between February 1692 and May 1693. During this time, 20 innocent people were killed after being accused of witchcraft. The events served as a cautionary warning against the violent excesses of witchcraft trials and the term "witch hunt" has since been used as a metaphor for unjust persecution. The trials began when two young girls began exhibiting strange behavior and accused others of witchcraft. The accusations spread, leading to a wave of hysteria and the eventual execution of 19 people. The trials ended after courts dismissed the idea of harmful witchcraft and the embarrassment of the deadly debacle prevented further prosecutions. Without the Salem trials as a cautionary example, a few more cases may have come to court in Massachusetts, but it is unlikely that witch trials would have continued in America. Other colonies had performed fewer witch trials, and it would have taken another unusual convergence of pressures and events to trigger a similar outbreak. The legacy of the trials includes the impact on the legal system, the social and political implications, and the lessons learned about verifying evidence and examining one's own perceptions and motives in times of crisis. [Extracted from the article]

This document provides information about artist Vanessa German and her work, including sculptures made from various materials. German's involvement in a class at the Gray Center, where she explored fairy tales, witchcraft, and magic in relation to art, is also mentioned. The artist emphasizes the importance of spirituality, vulnerability, and conversation in her creative process. The document concludes with an interview with German, where she discusses her empathic abilities and the significance of rose quartz in her recent work. Additionally, the document discusses two different courses being offered: one exploring the perception of witches and feminism, and the other focusing on combat and performance art in relation to spirituality and social healing. Lastly, the document outlines the schedule and requirements for a course on mystery, horror, and the uncanny, as well as a syllabus for a course on Black mysticism and its impact on creating more livable worlds. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the author's personal connection to Mary Bradbury, an ancestor who was accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. The author explores the tension between the fascination with the trials and the shame associated with being connected to them. The article also highlights the historical context of witchcraft during that time period and the lasting impact of the trials on Salem's identity. The author reflects on their own identity as a modern-day witch and the complex emotions surrounding their connection to Mary Bradbury. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a pivotal meeting between Arthur Miller and Elia Kazan in 1952, where they grappled with the ethical dilemma of naming names to the House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC). Topics include the McCarthy era's impact on friendships and artistic integrity, the exploration of Salem's witch trials as a parallel to the communist witch hunt, and the emotional turmoil surrounding these historical events.

The article discusses the Salem witch trials of 1692 and explores the factors that fueled the trials, including fear, fanaticism and vengeance. It describes how the harsh living conditions, strict religious beliefs and social tensions of the time contributed to the outbreak of accusations of witchcraft in Salem, Massachusetts; role of confessions & pressure placed on the accused during the trials; and understanding of the historical context and psychological factors behind the events in Salem.

As soon as she emerged from the water, "as many antient & knowing women as possible" would again search Grace "carefully for all teats, Spotts & marks about her body not usuall on others" and report their findings to the Court.[20] Later that day Grace Sherwood was put in a boat and rowed out to the western portion of the Lynnhaven River, then her hands were bound to her feet, and she was dropped into the water, which had been consecrated.[21] Grace miraculously floated to the surface, proving in the eyes of the court that she was guilty of witchcraft. In New England, and particularly in Massachusetts, mentions of witchcraft immediately evoke thoughts of the infamous Salem witch trials in 1692. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of innocent souls-in Europe, the British Isles, and elsewhere in North America-were not as fortunate as Joan Wright and Grace Sherwood, who surely suffered, but ultimately survived, their witch trials in colonial Virginia. [Extracted from the article]

Researching the Salem witchcraft trials for nearly half a century has taken me down some unexpected paths, and one of the odder ones had me locked into a seventeenth-century jail contemporary with those very trials-but more of that later. Prison keepers frequently had to petition for reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as well as for their own back pay.[5] In 1693 Boston jail keeper John Arnold submitted a bill totaling £415: 3: 10 that included his own £36: 13: 4 "Sallery for one Yeare & Tenn months." Barnstable County's wooden "Old Jail" is likely comparable to Salem's lock-up, while the oldest section of the "Old York Gaol" reflects conditions in Boston's stone prison. [Extracted from the article]

In June, Dorothy's mother Sarah Good was taken back to Salem for trial. The record of this indenture reveals this child's name was William, almost certainly named for Dorothy's father.[27] Dorothy lived with her son in Batchelder's home for a little more than a decade. This arrangement did not last long, as John died a year later, necessitating yet another move.[24] This time, Dorothy and her son were taken in by Jonathan Batchelder.[25] This particular arrangement is striking, as Jonathan Batchelder gave testimony against Sarah Good during the witchcraft trials. [Extracted from the article]

Second, video recording enables us to determine the source of details in a narrative confession and whether those details were known by the suspect or communicated to that suspect. In 1992, Willie Veasy confessed to a murder, a confession a jury accepted despite a time card showing him to have been at work as a dishwasher eight miles away. With regard to confession evidence, juries need to shed two commonsense myths about human nature before they will think critically about confession evidence. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a comprehensive guide to summer family activities on the East Coast. It includes a variety of options such as visiting museums, amusement parks, and outdoor festivals. The guide covers locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Rhode Island, among others. The activities cater to diverse interests and age groups, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides a list of twenty-five cultural recommendations, including TV shows, movies, music, books, theater, and art exhibitions. Some highlights include the return of the TV series "Bridgerton" on Netflix, a retrospective of filmmaker Kelly Reichardt's work at Metrograph, and a performance by pianist and conductor Jeffrey Kahane at Zankel Hall. The recommendations cover a range of genres and interests, offering something for everyone to explore and enjoy. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the history and mystery surrounding Dighton Rock, a large boulder located in Berkley, Massachusetts. The rock is covered in engravings and symbols, the meaning of which remains unknown. Various theories have been proposed, including claims that the carvings were made by Algonquin Indians, Portuguese sailors, or even biblical figures. The article highlights the different interpretations and speculations surrounding the rock, but ultimately concludes that its true message remains a mystery. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the use of term Metaphor in history and its terms and conditions. It mentions the historiography of the Salem witch trials, political conditions operating in Massachusetts in 1692, and a book "The Historian's Craft" by Marc Bloch in which metaphor is used to characterize a 'condition'. It looks at the different historical criteria for judging the appropriate use of historical metaphor by the students.

Ils restent en nous, comme nos ancêtres, nos contemporain•e•s et les ancien•ne•s. Je me demande si ce regain d'intérêt pour la spiritualité n'est pas généré par des esprits revenus influencer l'état des choses. En février 2022, vers la fin de son transit en Capricorne, Pluton sera en conjonction avec le thème natal des États-Unis (il y a 245 ans, pendant la révolution américaine). Nous cherchions un moyen de les guérir - nous étions là pour les soutenir, mais nous ne pouvions pas faire dis-paraitre la maladie. Photo: permission de | courtesy of Artists Space, New York Amidst the AIDS crisis in New York City in the 1980s and 1990s, the artist Chrysanne Stathacos emerged alongside peers General Idea, Robert Flack, G. Roger Denson, Amy Lipton, and others who were part of a generation that was impacted significantly by the disease. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the design proposal by landscape architects, Ann Kearsley and Barbara Boardman for the Salem Witch Trials Memorial competition, highlighting their conceptual approach to representing societal breakdown through a dynamic arrangement of stone blocks and water features.

This article discusses the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on higher education. It highlights a blog post from Walden University that lists both the pros and cons of AI in education. The cons include issues such as bias, errors, cheating, isolation, and concerns about job replacement for teachers. On the other hand, the pros include assistance for teachers, speed in providing help to students, individualization of learning, context for historical figures, and personalization of learning experiences. The article also mentions another resource, an article by Tony Bates and colleagues, which explores the potential of AI in higher education. The author acknowledges their limited knowledge on the topic but provides these resources for further reading. [Extracted from the article]

Antecedents and consequences Janis presented three categories of antecedents to groupthink. Introduced by Irving Janis in a 1971 Psychology Today article, groupthink has been presented as established fact rather than theory in textbooks, classrooms, and the popular press. This is, of course, diametrically opposed to Janis's view that high cohesiveness and its accompanying concurrence-seeking tendency are necessary, central features of groupthink. Irving Janis proposed that highly cohesive groups are likely to suffer from groupthink, a strong concurrence-seeking tendency that suppresses critical inquiry and results in faulty decision making processes and flawed outcomes (Janis, 1971, 1982, 1989). [Extracted from the article]