The Captive Witch is a historical fiction novel written by Dale Van Every. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Bliss Parsons. Mary is accused of practicing witchcraft and is imprisoned in a dungeon by the Puritan authorities. The novel follows her journey as she struggles to prove her innocence and escape from the clutches of her captors.As the story unfolds, the readers are introduced to a number of characters, including Mary's husband, Joseph Parsons, who is also accused of witchcraft, and the Puritan minister, Cotton Mather, who is determined to prove their guilt. The novel also explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the power of faith.The Captive Witch is a gripping tale of survival and resilience in the face of persecution. The author has done extensive research on the historical context of the story, and the novel is rich in detail and vivid descriptions of the Puritan society of the time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the history of witchcraft in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.