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Painted Devils: The Haunting True Story of Margaret Owen

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In 17th-century England, a young woman named Margaret Owen was accused of witchcraft. The evidence against her was scant, but the people of her village were quick to believe the worst. Margaret was subjected to a series of horrific trials, during which she was tortured and humiliated. She was eventually found guilty and sentenced to death.

Painted Devils

by Margaret Owen

4.4 out of 5

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Painted Devils is the haunting true story of Margaret Owen's ordeal. The book is a gripping account of the trials and tribulations that Margaret endured, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the dark side of human nature. If you are interested in history, witchcraft, or true crime, then you will not want to miss Painted Devils.

The Evidence Against Margaret Owen

The evidence against Margaret Owen was circumstantial at best. She was accused of bewitching several people in her village, but there was no physical evidence to support these claims. The only evidence against her was the testimony of her accusers, who claimed that they had seen her performing witchcraft.

Margaret's accusers were a group of young women who were known for their piety. They claimed that Margaret had bewitched them, causing them to suffer from a variety of illnesses. The women's testimony was accepted as fact by the court, and Margaret was found guilty of witchcraft.

Margaret's Trials

Margaret Owen was subjected to a series of horrific trials. She was tortured, humiliated, and threatened with death. The court was determined to get her to confess to witchcraft, but Margaret refused to give in. She maintained her innocence until the very end.

One of the most harrowing moments of Margaret's trial came when she was forced to endure the "pricking" test. This test involved sticking needles into her body to see if she would bleed. It was believed that witches did not bleed, so if Margaret did not bleed, it would be proof of her guilt.

Margaret endured the pricking test with stoicism. She did not bleed, which only served to further convince the court that she was a witch. Margaret was eventually found guilty of witchcraft and sentenced to death.

Margaret's Execution

Margaret Owen was hanged on August 22, 1682. She was 23 years old. Her execution was a public spectacle, and thousands of people gathered to watch her die. Margaret met her death with courage and dignity. She refused to recant her innocence, and she died a martyr to her faith.

Margaret Owen's story is a tragic reminder of the dangers of superstition and intolerance. She was a young woman who was innocent of any crime, but she was condemned to death because of the ignorance and fear of her community. Her story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of letting fear and superstition cloud our judgment.

Painted Devils is a haunting and unforgettable book. It is a story of injustice, cruelty, and the indomitable spirit of one young woman. Margaret Owen's story is a reminder of the importance of standing up for what we believe in, even when it is unpopular or dangerous. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Painted Devils

by Margaret Owen

4.4 out of 5