Publisher's Synopsis
Materials Toward a History of Witchcraft V2 is a book written by Henry C. Lea, which provides a comprehensive account of the history of witchcraft. The book is a compilation of various materials, including legal documents, trial records, and historical accounts, that shed light on the practice of witchcraft from ancient times to the modern era.The book covers a wide range of topics related to witchcraft, including the origins of witchcraft beliefs, the different types of witches, the methods of witch hunting, and the persecution of witches throughout history. It also explores the role of religion, superstition, and social and political factors in the rise and decline of witchcraft.The second volume of the book builds on the first, delving deeper into the history of witchcraft in different regions of the world, including Europe, Africa, and Asia. It also includes a detailed analysis of the Salem witch trials in colonial America and their impact on the history of witchcraft.Overall, Materials Toward a History of Witchcraft V2 is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and its impact on society.1890. Volume 2 of 3: The following volumes are a complete and accurate account of witchcraft. They provide a detailed account of how the theory was developed and how it is interpreted. Lea composes factual references that will inform and enlighten anyone seeking more knowledge of an everlasting practice of magic or sorcery. Partial Contents: The Delusion at its Height; Witchcraft as Viewed by the Secular Law; Witchcraft Literature of the Roman Inquisition. Volume 1 ISBN 0766183602, Volume 3 ISBN 0766183599.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.