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This Fascinating Collection Of Documents Illustrates The Development Of Ideas About Witchcraft From Ancient Times To The Twentieth Century. Many Of The Sources Come From The Period Between 1400 And 1750, When More Than 100,000 People Mainly Women Were Prosecuted For Witchcraft In Europe And Colonial America.Including Trial Records, Demonological Treatises And Sermons, Literary Texts, Narratives Of Demonic Possession, And Artistic Depiction Of Witches, The Documents Reveal How Contemporaries From Various Periods Have Perceived Alleged Witches And Their Activities. Brian P. Levack Shows How Notions Of Witchcraft Have Changed Over Time. He Looks At The Connection Between Gender And Witchcraft And The Nature Of The Witch'S Perceived Power.This Sourcebook Provides Students Of The History Of Witchcraft With A Broad Range Of Sources, Many Of Which Have Been Translated Into English For The First Time, With Commentary And Background By One Of The Leading Scholars In The Field.
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- Q: What is 'The Witchcraft Sourcebook' about? A: This collection illustrates the development of ideas about witchcraft from ancient times to the twentieth century, featuring trial records, demonological treatises, and more.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Brian P. Levack, a leading scholar in the field of witchcraft history.
- Q: When was 'The Witchcraft Sourcebook' published? A: It was published on December 4, 2003.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Witchcraft Sourcebook is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, it provides a broad range of sources that are beneficial for students studying the history of witchcraft.
- Q: Does this book include translated documents? A: Yes, many sources are translated into English for the first time, accompanied by commentary.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding witchcraft? A: The book covers the connection between gender and witchcraft, as well as the changing perceptions of alleged witches over time.
- Q: Is there any supplementary information provided in the book? A: Yes, the book includes commentary and background information from Brian P. Levack, enhancing the reader's understanding of the sources.