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Malleus Maleficarum: Or, The Hammer of Witches (Forgotten Books),Used
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Malleus Maleficarum'? A: 'Malleus Maleficarum', also known as 'The Hammer of Witches', is a medieval treatise that discusses witchcraft and the persecution of witches, emphasizing the belief in the reality of witchcraft.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Malleus Maleficarum'? A: The book was written by Heinrich Kramer and Jacob Sprenger, both of whom were churchmen and inquisitors during the late 15th century.
- Q: When was 'Malleus Maleficarum' first published? A: 'Malleus Maleficarum' was first published in Germany in 1487, following its writing in 1486.
- Q: What is the significance of 'Malleus Maleficarum' in history? A: It is considered one of the most influential texts on witchcraft during the medieval period, shaping the witch hunts and legal practices related to witchcraft in Europe.
- Q: Is 'Malleus Maleficarum' available in different formats? A: Yes, 'Malleus Maleficarum' is available in various formats, including paperback and digital editions.
- Q: How many pages does 'Malleus Maleficarum' have? A: 'Malleus Maleficarum' contains a total of 456 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Malleus Maleficarum'? A: This edition of 'Malleus Maleficarum' is paperback bound.
- Q: Who should read 'Malleus Maleficarum'? A: 'Malleus Maleficarum' is suitable for readers interested in history, witchcraft studies, and medieval literature.
- Q: When was this edition of 'Malleus Maleficarum' published? A: This edition of 'Malleus Maleficarum' was published on May 7, 2008.