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基本説明
It examines the extent to which witchcraft, magic and fortunetelling influenced the thoughts and actions of the people of England and Wales in a period when the forces of 'progress' are often thought to have vanguished such beliefs.
Full Description
The only serious study of witchcraft and magic from 1736 to 1951
Brings together matters ranging from upper class spiritualism to rural witchcraft in an exciting and intellecually stimulating way
Essential reading for all social historians and all h. . . .
Contents
Introduction
1. Educated attitudes towards the popular belief in witchcraft and magic
2. Popular justice and witchcraft
3. The witch
4. Cunning-folk, astrologers, and fortune-tellers
5. Magic and medicine
6. Witchcraft, magic, literacy and literature
7. Cultural Change
Conclusion