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The Night Battles: Witchcraft & Agrarian Cults In The Sixteenth & Seventeenth Centuries,Used
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Based On Research In The Inquisitorial Archives, The Book Recounts The Story Of A Peasant Fertility Cult Centred On The Benandanti. These Men And Women Regarded Themselves As Professional Antiwitches, Who (In Dreamlike States) Apparently Fought Ritual Battles Against Witches And Wizards, To Protect Their Villages And Harvests. If They Won, The Harvest Would Be Good, If They Lost, There Would Be Famine. The Inquisitors Tried To Fit Them Into Their Preexisting Images Of The Witches
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Night Battles'? A: The main theme of 'The Night Battles' revolves around the conflict between a peasant fertility cult, known as the benandanti, and the witch hunts of the Inquisition. It examines how the cultural clash between these groups altered perceptions of witchcraft in the 16th and 17th centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Night Battles' is Carlo Ginzburg, an Italian historian known for his work on witchcraft and cultural history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Night Battles' is available in a paperback binding, making it a flexible and portable option for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Night Battles' contain? A: 'The Night Battles' has a total of 209 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'The Night Battles' published? A: 'The Night Battles' was published on March 5, 1985, marking its entry into scholarly discussions about witchcraft and agrarian cults.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: This book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating that it is used but still maintains a suitable quality for reading.
- Q: What historical period does 'The Night Battles' focus on? A: The book focuses on the 16th and 17th centuries, a time marked by intense witch hunts and the examination of popular beliefs surrounding witchcraft.
- Q: Is there any specific cultural background discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses the cultural background of a peasant fertility cult in Italy, particularly the benandanti, and their practices in relation to witchcraft.
- Q: What kind of research did Carlo Ginzburg conduct for this book? A: Carlo Ginzburg based his research on Inquisitorial archives, providing a historical account of the interactions between peasants and the Inquisition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Night Battles'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the transformation of popular beliefs regarding witchcraft, the role of the Inquisition, and insights into peasant life and thought during the early modern period.