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Past and Present Publications: Historical Studies

3 books in the catalog · Cambridge University Press

Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe: Studies in Culture and Belief Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria: Popular Magic, Religious Zealotry and Reason of State in Early Modern Europe

Series reading order: Past and Present Publications

  1. 1 Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe: Studies in Culture and Belief Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe: Studies in Culture and Belief · 1996 $155.00 View →
  2. 2 Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria · 1997 $172.00 View →
  3. 3 Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria: Popular Magic, Religious Zealotry and Reason of State in Early Modern Europe Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria: Popular Magic, Religious Zealotry and Reason of State in Early Modern Europe · 2003 $45.00 View →

This series presents rigorous academic work on the history of witchcraft and magic. The volumes examine the intersection of popular belief, religious zealotry, and state power during the early modern period. Readers will find detailed studies on specific regional cases, such as Bavaria, alongside broader thematic analyses of culture and belief. The collection offers a comprehensive view of how societies understood and prosecuted supernatural practices. These books serve as essential resources for understanding the legal and social contexts of witchcraft trials.

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Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe: Studies in Culture and Belief Barry, Jonathan -22%
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Jonathan Barry, Gareth Roberts, Marianne Hester
Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe: Studies in Culture and Belief Barry, Jonathan
$155.00 $199.00
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Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria Behringer, Wolfgang -27%
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Wolfgang Behringer, J C Grayson, David Lederer
Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria Behringer, Wolfgang
$172.00 $236.00
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Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria: Popular Magic, Religious Zealotry and Reason of State in Early Modern Europe Behringer, Wolfgang -50%
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Wolfgang Behringer, Lyndal Roper, J C Grayson
Witchcraft Persecutions in Bavaria: Popular Magic, Religious Zealotry and Reason of State in Early Modern Europe Behringer, Wolfgang
$45.00 $90.00
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Frequently asked about the series

Is there a required reading order for this series?
The volumes stand alone. Each book addresses distinct aspects of early modern history, such as regional persecutions in Bavaria or general cultural studies, allowing readers to choose based on specific interests.
Do the books cover the same topics?
No. The series covers varied subjects including popular magic, religious zealotry, reason of state, and broader studies in culture and belief regarding witchcraft persecutions in early modern Europe.
What is the main focus of these publications?
The series focuses on historical analysis of witchcraft persecutions. It explores how cultural beliefs, religious factors, and political reasoning influenced the treatment of accused witches in early modern European societies.
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