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Witchcraft : a very short introduction / Malcolm Gaskill.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Gaskill, Malcolm.
- Series:
- Very short introductions.
- Very short introductions
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Witchcraft.
- Witchcraft--History.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (xvi, 146 pages) : illustrations, portraits.
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication:
- Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2010.
- Summary:
- Throughout history, to the present day, witchcraft raises questions about the distinction between reality and fantasy faith and proof. This book explores witchcraft, both as a contemporary phenomenon and a historical subject. It looks at witch-beliefs and accusations around the world, from pre-history to the present.
- Contents:
- Cover Page
- Copyright Page
- A Very Short Introduction
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface
- List of illustrations
- 1 Fear
- 2 Heresy
- 3 Malice
- 4 Truth
- 5 Justice
- 6 Range
- 7 Fantasy
- 8 Culture
- References
- Further Reading
- Index.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN:
- 0-19-157266-7
- OCLC:
- 714569766
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