Reseña del libro "The History Of Witchcraft In England From 1558 To 1718 (en Inglés)"
The History of Witchcraft in England from 1558 to 1718 is a comprehensive and detailed account of the witchcraft trials and persecutions that took place in England during the early modern period. Written by Wallace Notestein, a prominent historian of the time, the book explores the social, cultural, and religious factors that contributed to the rise of witchcraft accusations and the subsequent persecution of those accused.The book begins by examining the historical context of witchcraft in England, including the role of religion and the changing attitudes towards magic and the supernatural. It then delves into the various trials and persecutions that took place over the course of the 16th and 17th centuries, including the infamous Pendle witch trials and the trial of the Lancashire witches.Notestein provides a detailed analysis of the legal proceedings, the evidence presented, and the social and cultural factors that influenced the outcome of each trial. He also explores the impact of the witchcraft trials on English society, including the fear and paranoia that they engendered, the impact on women and marginalized groups, and the legacy of the trials in English history.Overall, The History of Witchcraft in England from 1558 to 1718 is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most intriguing and controversial periods in English history. It provides a valuable insight into the social, cultural, and religious factors that contributed to the witchcraft trials, and sheds light on the enduring legacy of this dark chapter in English history.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.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.
