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Malleus Maleficarum: Or, The Hammer Of Witches (Forgotten Books)
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The Malleus Maleficarum (Latin For The Hammer Of Witches, Or Hexenhammer In German) Is One Of The Most Famous Medieval Treatises On Witches. It Was Written In 1486 By Heinrich Kramer And Jacob Sprenger, And Was First Published In Germany In 1487. It Was The Culmination Of A Long Medieval Tradition Of Treatises On Witchcraft, The Most Famous Being The Formicarius By Johannes Nider In 14351437. The Main Purpose Of The Malleus Was To Systematically Refute All Arguments Against The Reality Of Witchcraft, Refute Those Who Expressed Even The Slightest Skepticism About Its Reality, To Prove That Witches Were More Often Women Than Men, And To Educate Magistrates On The Procedures That Could Find Them Out And Convict Them. (Quote From Wikipedia.Org)About The Authorheinrich Kramer (1430 1505)James Sprenger (1436 1494)Heinrich Kramer (Also Known Under Latinised Name Heinrich Institoris, C. 1430 1505) Was A German Churchman And Inquisitor.Born In Schlettstadt, Alsace, He Joined The Dominican Order At An Early Age And While Still A Young Man Was Appointed Prior Of The Dominican House Of His Native Town.At Some Date Before 1474 He Was Appointed Inquisitor For The Tyrol, Salzburg, Bohemia And Moravia. His Eloquence In The Pulpit And Tireless Activity Received Recognition At Rome And He Was The Righthand Man Of The Archbishop Of Salzburg. By The Time Of The Bull Summis Desiderantes Of Pope Innocent Viii In 1484 He Was Already Associated With James Sprenger To Make An Inquisition For Witches And Sorcerers. In 1485 He Drew Up A Treatise On Witchcraft, Which Was Incorporated In The Malleus Maleficarum.Kramer Failed In His Attempt To Obtain Endorsement For This Work From The Top Theologians Of The Inquisition At The Facu
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has four hundred fifty-six pages. It's a comprehensive treatise that covers various aspects of witchcraft.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six inches in length, one point zero three inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Heinrich Kramer and Jacob Sprenger. They were prominent figures in the medieval period known for their work on witchcraft.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the Classics genre. It is a significant historical text on witchcraft and superstition.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any other paperback. It's suitable for anyone interested in historical texts about witchcraft.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: No, this book is not ideal for young readers. It discusses themes related to witchcraft and historical persecution.
- Q: What is the main theme of the Malleus Maleficarum? A: The main theme is the systematic refutation of arguments against the reality of witchcraft. It aims to educate magistrates on identifying and convicting witches.
- Q: Can I use this book for academic purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for academic purposes. It is a critical reference for studies on medieval history and witchcraft.
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- Q: Is this book available in other formats? A: Currently, this edition is only available in paperback format. Check with the publisher for any future releases in different formats.
- Q: Where can I find more information about the authors? A: More information about the authors, Heinrich Kramer and Jacob Sprenger, can be found in historical databases and academic resources.