Witchcraft and Wonders - Mystical Tales of Early America

By John Wills

Witchcraft and Wonders: Mystical Tales of Early America
by John Wills

Step into the shadows of early America, where magic thrived, spirits whispered in the wind, and brave souls walked the line between myth and reality.

In Witchcraft and Wonders, historian John Wills takes readers on a captivating journey through the mystical traditions and forgotten folklore that shaped the spiritual landscape of colonial America. From the harrowing Salem witch trials to the secret rites of the Pennsylvania Dutch, from the hoodoo queens of New Orleans to the visionary dreamers of the Great Lakes tribes, these tales explore the rich, diverse, and often hidden world of early American mysticism.

Discover:

The wisdom of Appalachian granny women and desert shamans

The haunting power of Cherokee and Powhatan medicine men

The resistance and resilience of African American root workers and conjure women

The enchanted codices of the Pueblo people

The secret societies guarding ancient knowledge along the New England coast

Blending folklore, anthropology, and spiritual history, this collection uncovers the sacred, the strange, and the powerful stories buried beneath the surface of America's past.

Perfect for readers of historical nonfiction, magical realism, and fans of The Secret History of America, Witchcraft and Wonders invites you to rediscover a forgotten world where belief shaped reality-and wonder was never far behind.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F8J8DDQS
• ISBN13: 9798283719290
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"