Routledge Readers in History Witchcraft Reader

Description: Routledge Readers in History Series: Witchcraft Reader (revised and expanded second edition) edited by Darren Oldridge. Routledge, New York/London, 2008. 408 page hardcover with ex-libris stamps/lending card from the University of Texas, El Paso - otherwise flawless condition with no interior markings or other glaring flaws. The Witchcraft Reader draws together the best historical writing on the subject, exploring the origins and consequences of the fear of witches. The Reader traces the development of witch beliefs in the late Middle Ages, the social and political dynamics of witch-hunts in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and the continuing relevance of the subject today. This second edition has been extensively revised and updated to include important new research in the field. There are expanded sections on witchcraft in the Middle Ages and the role of gender in witch trials, as well as new work on demonic possession and the decline and survival of witch beliefs. The major themes and debates in the study of witchcraft are brought together in a general introduction, which places the extracts in a critical context and each extract has an introduction which contextualizes its author. The Witchcraft Reader offers a wide range of historical perspectives in a single, accessible volume aimed at anyone intrigued by this complex and fascinating subject. $4.99 domestic U.S. shipping. Payment must be received within 24 hours of sale.

Price: 88.88 USD

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico

End Time: 2024-11-12T18:29:25.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD