This eBook delves into the enduring legacy of witchcraft beliefs across Europe post-trials, featuring essays on violent incidents and cultural shifts. It examines cases from England, Germany, and Finland, highlighting how accusations adapted to modern contexts. Authors Willem de Blécourt and Owen Davies compile scholarly insights into popular magic's evolution. The eBook explores the tension between tradition and enlightenment, including unwitchment rituals and societal responses. It analyzes the role of religion, medicine, and folklore in sustaining witchcraft narratives. Readers uncover how economic and social changes influenced these beliefs in the 19th and 20th centuries. This eBook serves as a vital resource for understanding the complex interplay of superstition and modernity.
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PDF Version: 1.6
Publish Date: 2004
Number of Pages: 228
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