Michelet, Jules

Satanism and Witchcraft: A Study in Mediaeval Superstition

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ISBN 13:
9780806500591
author:
Michelet, Jules
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Citadel Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1987
Pages:
356
Genre:
Religion & beliefs
Condition:
New
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£17.18

Description

Jules Michelet's study of medieval superstition is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that explores the darker aspects of European society during the Middle Ages. This reprinted edition brings to light one of the most important sociological works of modern times, offering a vivid portrayal of a time marked by fierce religious intolerance, witch hunts, and brutal punishments. Michelet's writing paints a vivid picture of a Europe torn apart by fear, superstition, and violence, where the accused were often young women deemed beautiful but also threatening to societal norms. The book is a harrowing account of the era's most heinous practices, including beatings, floggings, tortures, and summary executions. First published in 1992, this edition provides a unique insight into the medieval world, shedding light on a period often shrouded in darkness and misconception.

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