by Nathaniel Bradstreet Shurtleff (Author)
Thunder and Lightning: And Deaths at Marshfield in 1658 and 1666 is a historical account written by Nathaniel Bradstreet Shurtleff and originally published in 1850. The book details two tragic events that occurred in Marshfield, Massachusetts in the late 17th century. The first event took place in 1658 when a violent thunderstorm struck the town, resulting in the deaths of four individuals who were seeking shelter in a barn. The second event occurred in 1666 when another thunderstorm struck the town, resulting in the deaths of six individuals who were seeking shelter in a house. Shurtleff's book provides a detailed account of these events, including eyewitness testimonies and historical records. The book also explores the cultural and religious beliefs surrounding thunderstorms and lightning at the time. Overall, Thunder and Lightning: And Deaths at Marshfield in 1658 and 1666 is a fascinating historical account of a tragic chapter in Massachusetts' history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.