During the witch trials, there was a display of mass hysteria and the fall of reason. The witch trials, which took place in Salem Village in the late 1600s, were a period of intense paranoia and fear. Accusations of witchcraft were made against many individuals, leading to the imprisonment and execution of innocent people. This dark period in American history was fueled by religious fundamentalism and the belief in supernatural forces. One of the main factors contributing to the fall during the witch trials was the widespread belief in supernatural forces and the idea that witches existed. In Puritan society, the fear of the devil was deeply ingrained, and any unexplained events were often attributed to witchcraft.
• Featuring the one and only Mark E. Smith alongside Martin Bramah, Marc Riley, Karl Burns and Yvonne Pawlett.
Its danger lies in the fact that it suppresses rational thought, so that even good people such as Rebecca Nurse fall victim to a society plagued by mass hysteria. Rebellious Jukebox one of the first self-aware Fall anthems churns and stutters, thrown into each successive moment by a serpentine bassline that coils like inside-out dub.
In Puritan society, the fear of the devil was deeply ingrained, and any unexplained events were often attributed to witchcraft. This belief in witchcraft created an atmosphere of fear and suspicion, where accusations were easily made and believed. The fall of reason is evident in the lack of evidence and the reliance on testimonies of afflicted girls and spectral evidence.
The Fall: Live At The Witch Trials, 3CD Boxset
Fall (The)
The 3CD version comes housed in a clamshell boxset. Alongside the full album is a disc of b-sides and session tracks and a live show from Mr Pickwick’s in Liverpool 1978. The boxset also features a booklet of new sleeve notes by Daryl Easlea and has been remastered by long-term Fall engineer Andy Pearce.
SKU: CRCDBOX73 Share:- Description
- Additional information
- Tracklist
**WEBSITE EXCLUSIVE: ORDER WITH US & RECEIVE A LIMITED EDITION 38MM SQUARE PIN BADGE FREE! (WHILE STOCKS LAST)**
• The Fall’s first studio album, reissued as a 3CD clamshell box-set (Also available as a limited edition red coloured vinyl LP).
• Founded by its only constant member, Mark E. Smith, The Fall formed in Manchester in 1976 and were one of the most prominent post-punk groups in the world. Musically, there may have been several stylistic changes over the years, but it was often characterised by an abrasive guitar-driven sound and frequent use of repetition, always underpinned by Smith’s distinctive vocals and often cryptic lyrics.
• “They are always different; they are always the same…” John Peel
• Live At The Witch Trials is the debut studio album – released 16th March 1979 – these editions celebrate the fortieth anniversary of this seminal album.
• Originally released through record label Step-Forward, it was recorded in a single day and mixed by producer Bob Sargeant.
• Mark E. Smith’s lyrics include his unique commentary on the music business (‘Music Scene’), poorly paid jobs (‘Industrial Estate’) and drugs (‘No Xmas For John Quays’, ‘Like To Blow’, ‘Frightened’, ‘Underground Medecin’).
• Sounds magazine reviewer Dave McCullough gave it five stars at the time of release, writing: “an album of staggeringly rich, mature music, inner questioning hand in hand with rock and roll at its fiercest, its finest, its most honest, rock and roll at its naked, most stimulating”.
• Featuring the one and only Mark E. Smith alongside Martin Bramah, Marc Riley, Karl Burns and Yvonne Pawlett.
• This is first release in Cherry Red’s new series of deluxe Fall reissues: “Fall Sound Archive”.
• The 3CD version comes housed in a clamshell boxset. Alongside the full album is a disc of b-sides and session tracks and a live show from Mr Pickwick’s in Liverpool 1978. The boxset also features a booklet of new sleeve notes by Daryl Easlea and has been remastered by long-term Fall engineer Andy Pearce.
DISC ONE: CD
LIVE AT THE WITCH TRIALS
1. FRIGHTENED
2. CRAP RAP 2/LIKE TO BLOW
3. REBELLIOUS JUKEBOX
4. NO XMAS FOR JOHN QUAYS
5. MOTHER-SISTER!
6. INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
7. UNDERGROUND MEDECIN
8. TWO STEPS BACK
9. LIVE AT THE WITCH TRIALS
10. FUTURES AND PASTS
11. MUSIC SCENE
DISC TWO: CD
B-SIDES & SESSIONS
1. BINGO MASTER’S BREAK-OUT!
(BINGO MASTER’S BREAK-OUT! SINGLE)
2. PSYCHO MAFIA
(BINGO MASTER’S BREAK-OUT! SINGLE)
3. REPETITION
(BINGO MASTER’S BREAK-OUT! SINGLE)
4. IT’S THE NEW THING
(IT’S THE NEW THING SINGLE)
5. VARIOUS TIMES
(EXTENDED VERSION OF THE B-SIDE OF
IT’S THE NEW THING SINGLE)
6. DRESDEN DOLLS (HOME REHEARSALS FROM DRESDEN DOLLS BOOTLEG SINGLE)
7. PSYCHO MAFIA (HOME REHEARSALS FROM DRESDEN DOLLS BOOTLEG SINGLE)
8. INDUSTRIAL ESTATE (HOME REHEARSALS FROM DRESDEN DOLLS BOOTLEG SINGLE)
9. STEPPING OUT (LIVE FROM SHORT CIRCUIT: LIVE AT THE ELECTRIC CIRCUS)
10. LAST ORDERS (LIVE FROM SHORT CIRCUIT: LIVE AT THE ELECTRIC CIRCUS)
11. REBELLIOUS JUKEBOX
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
12. MOTHER – SISTER!
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
13. INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
14. FUTURES AND PASTS
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
15. PUT AWAY
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
16. MESS OF MY
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
17. NO XMAS FOR JOHN KEY
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
18. LIKE TO BLOW
(JOHN PEEL SESSION)
DISC THREE: CD
MR PICKWICK’S LIVERPOOL
22 AUGUST 1978
1. LIKE TO BLOW
2. STEPPING OUT
3. TWO STEPS BACK
4. MESS OF MY
5. IT’S THE NEW THING
6. VARIOUS TIMES
7. BINGO-MASTER’S BREAK-OUT!
8. FRIGHTENED
9. INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
10. PSYCHO MAFIA
11. MUSIC SCENE
12. MOTHER-SISTER!
Mass hysteria makes people forget about common sense and about “elemental decencies.” Its danger lies in the fact that it suppresses rational thought, so that even good people such as Rebecca Nurse fall victim to a society plagued by mass hysteria. On a similar note, the character of Giles Corey chooses to withstand the torture of being pressed to death instead of answering "aye or nay" to his indictment and giving in to the twisted logic of mass hysteria. This courageous act, related to Proctor by Elizabeth, inspires John to find his own courage.
During the trials, the accused were often presumed guilty without any concrete evidence. The testimonies of the so-called "afflicted girls" were given significant weight, despite the fact that their claims were often inconsistent and unreliable. Another contributing factor to the fall during the witch trials was the influence of religious fundamentalism. The Puritans believed in a strict interpretation of the Bible, which included the existence of witches and the devil. This belief system led to a narrow-minded view of the world and a refusal to consider alternative explanations for the events that were being blamed on witchcraft. The fall during the witch trials also exposed the flaws in the justice system of the time. The accused were often denied their basic rights, such as the right to legal representation and a fair trial. Confessions were often obtained through harsh interrogation methods, and those who maintained their innocence faced a higher likelihood of being found guilty. Overall, the display at the witch trials was a clear representation of the fall of reason and the dangers of mass hysteria. The belief in supernatural forces, religious fundamentalism, and a flawed justice system all played a role in the tragic events that unfolded in Salem Village. The witch trials serve as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the importance of critical thinking, evidence-based judgments, and protecting the rights of the accused..
Reviews for "Witch Trials: An Examination of Power, Politics, and their Downfall"
- Sarah - 1/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Display at the witch trials the fall". The story felt disjointed and hard to follow, with too many characters and plotlines that never really developed. The writing style was also confusing and lacked clarity. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating and unsatisfying read.
- James - 2/5 stars - While I appreciate the effort put into "Display at the witch trials the fall", I found it to be a slow and dull read. The pacing was off, with long stretches of repetitive dialogue and descriptions that didn't add much to the story. Additionally, the characters felt flat and uninteresting, making it difficult for me to connect with them. Unfortunately, this book just wasn't for me.
- Emily - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Display at the witch trials the fall" but unfortunately found it to be underwhelming. The concept had potential, but the execution fell flat for me. The plot lacked depth and originality, and the writing style was overly simplistic. I was left wanting more from the story and characters, and ultimately felt let down by the book.