Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents vii
3. Figures ix
4. Words, Words, Words xi
5. Introduction 1
6. 1. Daniel Gookin’s House hold 13
7. 2. Contrary to the Laws of God and This Jurisdiction 51
8. 3. Lawful Remedies, Diabolical Erections, and an Unwanted Suitor 73
9. 4. The Rape of Elizabeth Pierce 110
10. 5. A Family of Allies 142
11. 6. Two Missing Infants 178
12. 7. Traitors, Rebels, and Slaves 209
13. Conclusion 241
14. A Peek behind the Scenes 249
15. Notes 253
16. Acknowledgments 299
17. Index 303