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In the biographical portion of this Introduction, besides a supposi tion or two of my own, which from his writings seem to me highly probable, there have been given notices of his pedigree, age, and marriages, matters hitherto unknown or misstated, and for which I would at once record my indebtedness to Edmund Ward Oliver, Esq. This gentleman having taken an interest in investigating these ques tions, and being a perfect stranger to me, wrote and offered the results of his inquiries so soon as he had learnt that I was engaged with this reprint, and has since most obligingly answered the various questions that I have had occasion to put to him. A copy of Scot's Will has been also for the first time published, and some Notes and a Glossary added. Were I to have imitated the learned editors of former days, I Should have added, not some, but exhaustive notes on every point, gathered from every known and unknown source; but I have con fined myself to explanation, or to making a few remarks on the text, giving also the author's agreement with, or Obligations to Wier, so far as I knew them, and Shakespeare's and Middleton's obligations to himself; my reason for not entering into greater details being that I am no student of the pseudo-science of witchcraft, but a student only of what is useful, and true, and good.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and controversial world of 16th-century beliefs about witchcraft. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, the author sheds light on the prevailing superstitions and anxieties surrounding witches and their alleged powers. By examining historical accounts and legal documents, the author challenges the commonly held assumptions about witchcraft and exposes the often cruel and unjust treatment of those accused. The book explores the complex interplay between fear, ignorance, and religious dogma that fueled the witch hunts of the era. Moreover, it delves into the intellectual and philosophical debates surrounding the existence of magic and the nature of evil. The author's critical examination of these topics reveals the deep-seated societal tensions and the struggle between reason and superstition that characterized the period. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of a dark chapter in human history. Its insights into the nature of prejudice and the dangers of unchecked power continue to resonate with us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781330251409_0
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