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ISBN: 9780631233268
Year: 2002
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 420
Description:
Witches and Neighbours is a highly original and
unconventional analysis of a fascinating historical phenomenon.
Unlike other studies of the subject which focus on the mechanisms
of persecution, this book presents a rich picture of witchcraft as
an all-pervasive aspect of life in early modern Europe.
This book is not available from Blackwell in the United States
and the Philippines.
A fascinating and accessible account of the central role of
witchcraft in early modern Europe.
A standard work on the subject of witchcraft now available in a
revised edition with an updated bibliography.
Presents an unconventional interpretation of the role and
influence of witchcraft
Argues that witchcraft was as complex and changing as the
society of which it formed a vital part.
Draws on a range of original sources to vividly illustrate the
arguments.
ISBN: 9780631233268
Year: 2002
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 420
Description:
Witches and Neighbours is a highly original and
unconventional analysis of a fascinating historical phenomenon.
Unlike other studies of the subject which focus on the mechanisms
of persecution, this book presents a rich picture of witchcraft as
an all-pervasive aspect of life in early modern Europe.
This book is not available from Blackwell in the United States
and the Philippines.
A fascinating and accessible account of the central role of
witchcraft in early modern Europe.
A standard work on the subject of witchcraft now available in a
revised edition with an updated bibliography.
Presents an unconventional interpretation of the role and
influence of witchcraft
Argues that witchcraft was as complex and changing as the
society of which it formed a vital part.
Draws on a range of original sources to vividly illustrate the
arguments.