Satanism and Witchcraft a Study in Medieval Superstition - Hardcover

Satanism and Witchcraft a Study in Medieval Superstition - Hardcover

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Satanism and Witchcraft a Study in Medieval Superstition - Hardcover

Satanism and Witchcraft a Study in Medieval Superstition - Hardcover

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by Jules Michelet (Author), A. R. Allinson (Translator)

""Satanism and Witchcraft: A Study in Medieval Superstition"" is a book written by Jules Michelet, which explores the history and beliefs of Satanism and witchcraft during the medieval period. The author examines the origins of these practices, their spread throughout Europe, and the social and cultural factors that contributed to their development. Michelet delves into the superstitions and fears that surrounded these practices, and the ways in which they were perceived by both the general population and the ruling classes. The book also discusses the persecution of those accused of witchcraft and Satanism, and the role of religion and politics in these trials. Overall, ""Satanism and Witchcraft"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the fascinating and often misunderstood world of medieval superstition.1946. Contents Part One: Death of the Gods; What Drove the Middle Ages to Despair; The Little Demon of the Hearth and Home; Temptations; Diabolical Possession; The Pact with Satan; King of the Dead; Prince of Nature; Satan the Healer; Charms and Love Potions; Communion of Revolt-Witches������� Sabbaths-The Black Mass; and Black Mass (continued)-Love and Death-Satan Disappears. Contents Part Two: The Sorceress in Her Decadence-Satan Multiplied and Vulgarised; Persecutions; A Hundred Years������� Toleration in France; The Basque Witches, 1609; Satan Turns Ecclesiastic, 1610; Gauffridi, 1610; The Nuns of Loudun-Urbain Grandier, 1633, 1634; The Nuns of Louviers and Satanic Possession-Madeleine Bavent, 1640-1647; Satan Triumphant in the Seventeenth Century; Father Girard and Charlotte Cadiere; Charlotte Cadiere at the Convent of Ollioules; and Trial of Charlotte Cadiere, 1730, 1731.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.

Number of Pages: 352
Dimensions: 0.94 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: April 01, 2005

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