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‘Curiosa Americana’
Cotton Mather, the Puritan minister whose name became synonymous with the phrase “witch hunt” for his connection to the notorious Salem Witch Trials of 1692-1693, is also known for his contributions to medicine and science, notably his advocacy for smallpox … Continue reading
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