This in-depth and comprehensive resource explores the intersection
of religion, politics, and the supernatural that spawned the
notorious witch hunts in Europe and the New World. Witch Hunts in
the Western World traces the evolution of Western attitudes toward
magic, demons, and religious nonconformity from the Roman Empire
through the Age of Enlightenment, placing these chilling events
into a wider social and historical context. Brian A. Pavlac
discusses witch hunts in fascinating detail by region, highlighting
the cultural differences of the people who incited them as well as
the key reforms, social upheavals, and intellectual debates that
shaped European thought. Vivid accounts of trials and excerpts from
the writings of both witch hunters and defenders throughout the
Holy Roman Empire, France, the British Isles and colonies, Southern
Europe, Scandinavia, and Eastern Europe bring to life one of the
most intriguing and shocking issues in Western history.
 Accessible narrative chapters make this a fascinating volume
for general readers while offering a wealth of historical
information for students and scholars. Features include a complete
glossary of terms, a timeline of major events, recommended reading
selections, an index, and illustrations.
General
Imprint: |
Bison Books
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Extraordinary World |
Release date: |
November 2010 |
First published: |
November 2010 |
Authors: |
Brian A. Pavlac
|
Dimensions: |
227 x 151 x 14mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
228 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8032-3290-7 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
0-8032-3290-X |
Barcode: |
9780803232907 |
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