Sarah the Witch Sarah was known as a witch in her village, but she didn't fit the stereotypical image of a witch. She didn't wear black cloaks or have a pointy hat, and she certainly didn't fly on a broomstick. Sarah was a kind and gentle soul who used her powers for good. Since a young age, Sarah had shown great potential in magic. She had an innate ability to connect with nature and the mystical forces that surrounded her. Her parents, who were also witches, recognized her talent and decided to train her in the ways of magic.
“You are a liar. I am no more a witch than you are a wizard, and if you take away my life God will give you blood to drink!”
During most of the first week in March, while on trial before the local magistrates, Sarah Good was taken to Ipswich jail every night and returned in the morning, a distance of about ten miles each way. On March 24, Good s four-year-old daughter, Dorothy who is sometimes referred to as Dorcas in the court records , was also arrested on charges of witchcraft after she was accused by Edward Putnam and John Putnam on behalf of the afflicted girls.
Her parents, who were also witches, recognized her talent and decided to train her in the ways of magic. Growing up, Sarah learned to harness her powers and use them to help others. She was often sought out by villagers who needed assistance with various issues.
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Sarah Good was the daughter of a prosperous Wenham innkeeper, John Solart. Solart took his own life in 1672 when Sarah was 17, leaving an estate of 500 pounds after debt. After testimony of an oral will, the estate was divided between his widow and her two eldest sons, with a portion to be paid to each of the seven daughters when they came of age. However, Mrs. Solart quickly remarried, her new husband came into possession of her share and the unpaid shares of the daughters, and as a result, most of the daughters never received a portion of the Solart estate.
Sarah married a former indentured servant, Daniel Poole. Poole died sometime after 1682, leaving Sarah only debts, which some sources credit her with creating for Poole. Regardless of the cause of the debt, Sarah and her second husband, William Good, were held responsible for paying it. A portion of their land was seized and sold to satisfy their creditors, and shortly thereafter they sold the rest of their land, apparently out of dire necessity. By the time of the trials, Sarah and her husband were homeless, destitute and she was reduced to begging for work, food, and shelter from her neighbors.
Good was one of the first three women to be brought in at Salem on the charge of witchcraft, after having been identified as a witch by Tituba. She fit the prevailing stereotype of the malefic witch quite well. Good's habit of scolding and cursing neighbors who were unresponsive to her requests for charity generated a wealth of testimony at her trials. At least seven people testified as to her angry muttering and general turbulence after the refusal of charity. Particularly damaging to her case, was her accusation by her daughter. Four- year-old Dorcas Good (Sarah's only child) was arrested on March 23, gave a confession, and in so doing implicated her mother as a witch. At the time of her trial, Good was described as "a forlorn, friendless, and forsaken creature, broken down by wretchedness of condition and ill-repute." She has been called "an object for compassion rather than punishment."
The proceedings against Good were described as "cruel, and shameful to the highest degree." This remark must have been due in part to the fact that some of the spectral evidence against Good was known to be false at the time of her examination. During the trial, one of the afflicted girls cried out that she was being stabbed with a knife by the apparition of Good. Upon examination, a broken knife was found on the girl. However, as soon as it was shown to the court, a young man came forward with the other part of the knife, stated that he had broken it yesterday and had discarded it in the presence of the afflicted girls. Although the girl was reprimanded and warned not to lie again, the known falsehood had no effect on Good's trial. She was presumed guilty from the start. It has been said that "there was no one in the country around against whom popular suspicion could have been more readily directed, or in whose favor and defense less interest could be awakened."
Good was executed on July 19. She failed to yield to judicial pressure to confess, and showed no remorse at her execution. In fact, in response to an attempt by Minister Nicholas Noyes to elicit a confession, Good called out from the scaffolding, "You are a liar. I am no more a witch than you are a wizard, and if you take away my life God will give you blood to drink." Her curse seems to have come true. Noyes died of internal hemorrhage, bleeding profusely at the mouth. Despite the seemingly effectiveness of her curse, it likely just further convinced the crowds of her guilt.
Although he clearly deserved nothing, since he was an adverse witness against his wife and did what he could to stir up the prosecution against her, William Good was given one of the larger sums of compensation from the government in 1711. He did not swear she was a witch, but what he did say tended to prejudice the magistrates and public against her. The reason for his large settlement was his connections with the Putnam family. Although Good's daughter was released from prison after the trials, William Good claimed she was permanently damaged from her stay in chains in the prison, and that she was never useful for anything. --KS
From healing the sick to finding lost items, Sarah was always willing to lend a hand. Despite her good intentions, some villagers still feared Sarah. They believed the tales they had heard of witches being evil and dangerous. But Sarah never let their fears discourage her. She knew that she was meant to use her powers to bring positivity into the world. One day, a terrible drought hit the village. Crops began to wither, and the villagers were desperate for rain. They turned to Sarah for help, but even she struggled to bring relief. The situation seemed dire, and Sarah was at a loss for what to do. But then, Sarah had an idea. She decided to use her wit and creativity to solve the problem. Instead of trying to summon rain, she taught the villagers how to create a cloud-seeding machine. With the help of Sarah's magic and the villagers' hard work, they were able to create rain and save their crops. This event proved to the villagers that Sarah was not a witch to be feared but rather a valuable member of their community. From that day forward, she was respected and admired for her wit and resourcefulness. Sarah's story teaches us that appearances can be deceiving. Just because someone is different or has unique abilities, it doesn't mean they are to be feared. Sarah showed that true power comes from using one's gifts for the betterment of society. In the end, Sarah's wit, kindness, and determination set her apart from the stereotypes of witches. She became a role model for others and proved that being different can be a source of strength. Sarah truly was a witch like no other..
Reviews for "The Psychological Impact of Sara's Wit on the Characters and Readers"
1. John - 1/5 - I really did not enjoy "Sarag the Witch" at all. The plot was confusing and lacked any originality. The characters were one-dimensional and there was no depth to their development. The dialogue felt forced and unrealistic. The writing style was choppy and disjointed, making it hard to follow the story. Overall, I was thoroughly disappointed and would not recommend this book to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2/5 - I had high expectations for "Sarag the Witch" but was left feeling underwhelmed. The story had potential, but the execution fell flat. The pacing was off, with moments of excitement followed by dull, slow-moving sections. The world-building was minimal, leaving me with little understanding of the setting. The main character was meant to be witty, but the humor felt forced and unnatural. While there were some interesting ideas in the book, they were not explored fully. Overall, I found "Sarag the Witch" to be lacking in depth and would not read it again.
3. Emily - 2/5 - "Sarag the Witch" had an intriguing concept, but the execution was sloppy. The writing was filled with grammatical errors and typos, which made it difficult to read. The plot was predictable and lacked any surprises. The characters were bland and their actions felt inconsistent. The dialogue was awkward and unrealistic, making it hard to connect with the story. While there were a few moments of potential, they were overshadowed by the overall lackluster writing. Overall, I was disappointed by "Sarag the Witch" and would not recommend it to others.