The Origins Of The Witch

By Ian Ferguson

Book Overview

The Origins of the Witch by Ian Ferguson is a comprehensive exploration of the historical, cultural, and social factors that contributed to the emergence and persecution of witches in Europe during the Middle Ages and Early Modern period. Drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including legal documents, folk tales, and religious texts, Ferguson examines the complex web of beliefs, fears, and superstitions that shaped the witch-hunts, from the pagan roots of witchcraft to the Christian demonization of witches. He also analyzes the role of gender, class, and power in the witch trials, highlighting the ways in which women, the poor, and other marginalized groups were disproportionately targeted. Through his nuanced and nuanced analysis, Ferguson challenges many of the myths and misconceptions surrounding witchcraft and offers a compelling account of one of the darkest and most fascinating chapters in human history.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Philosophy of Witchcraft, by Ian Ferguson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104400.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425344410
• ISBN13: 9781425344412
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"