Witch Trials, Legends, and Lore of Maryland: Dark, Strange, and True Tales - Paperback

by William H. Cooke (Author)

Does a witch's ghost haunt a park in Annapolis? Why should Baltimore really be called Charm City? What weird stories and traditions regarding witches in the Chesapeake region are true and where did the others originate? What is the real history of witchcraft in early Maryland? How were accusations of witchcraft handled by the authorities? Why did Maryland not suffer the same fate as Salem in 1692?Reviewing early Maryland records, newspaper articles, and other accounts from the 17th to the early 20th century, this book answers these questions and more, while revealing Maryland's fascinating witch-related history.

Author Biography

William H. Cooke is a practicing attorney and author in Annapolis, Maryland.