Witchcraftunravels the myth fromthe mystery,the facts from the legends,in thisbewitching introduction to witchcraft's lesser-known history.Spanning several centuries and comprising unbelievable facts and little-known legends,meet allthe witches of your imagination and learn why,where and howit all began.
- Uncoverthemeanings of their rituals and rites,their lore,and theircraft
- Discover the significance of their sabbats andcovens,their chalices and wands,their robes and theirreligion.
- Unlock the secrets of the legendary witchesof mythology and folk talesand find out how theseearly stories influenced the persecutions and witch huntsof the Middle Ages.
- Learn about the peoplewho inspired the pagan revival and how their work inliterature and magic rekindled the fires of the sabbatsacross Europe and the New World today.
- Features spell-binding historic and contemporary pictures that perfectly capture the key characters,events and wonders ofthis captivating,colourful and controversial history.
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLCISBN: 9780711252240Number of pages: 256Dimensions: 201 x 150 mm
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"An impressively informative,profusely detailed,and exceptionally well organized and presented history that is especially and unreservedly recommended."
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