Reading order & editions

Routledge Library Editions: Witchcraft Historical Studies

5 books in the catalog · Routledge

Series authors

Writers represented in Routledge Library Editions: Witchcraft

A short note on each author and their books in this series.

Series reading order: Routledge Library Editions: Witchcraft

  1. 1 A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) · 2011 $255.00 View →
  2. 2 Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) · 2011 $225.00 View →
  3. 3 The Damned Art (Rle Witchcraft): Essays in the Literature of Witchcraft The Damned Art (Rle Witchcraft): Essays in the Literature of Witchcraft · 2011 $225.00 View →
  4. 4 A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) · 2016 $65.99 View →
  5. 5 Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) · 2017 $65.99 View →

This collection presents academic perspectives on the history of witchcraft. The volumes compile critical essays and historical surveys regarding witch beliefs and literature. Montague Summers contributes two entries focusing on the popular history of the subject. R Davies offers a separate examination of four centuries of belief. Sydney Anglo provides essays specifically analyzing the literature surrounding witchcraft. These works serve as foundational texts for understanding the cultural and intellectual context of witchcraft studies. They are grouped together to provide a comprehensive view of the field through different scholarly lenses and time periods.

Every edition in the catalog

The Damned Art (Rle Witchcraft): Essays in the Literature of Witchcraft Anglo, Sydney
★★★★★
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4.6
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Anglo, Sydney
The Damned Art (Rle Witchcraft): Essays in the Literature of Witchcraft Anglo, Sydney
$225.00
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A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) Summers, Montague
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★★★★★
4.4
1
Summers, Montague
A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) Summers, Montague
$255.00
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Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Davies, R -24%
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★★★★★
4.6
1
Davies, R
Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Davies, R
$225.00 $297.00
86
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A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) Summers, Montague
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.4
1
Summers, Montague
A Popular History of Witchcraft (Rle Witchcraft) Summers, Montague
$65.99
78
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Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Davies, R
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Davies, R
Four Centuries of Witch Beliefs (Rle Witchcraft) Davies, R
$65.99
86
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Frequently asked about the series

Should I read these in order?
The volumes focus on distinct aspects: Summers covers popular history, Davies examines beliefs over centuries, and Anglo analyzes literature. They function as independent studies rather than a sequential narrative. You may select them based on your specific interest in historical surveys or literary analysis.
Do the books stand alone?
Yes, each title addresses a specific topic within witchcraft studies. Summers and Davies provide historical contexts, while Anglo focuses on literary essays. You do not need to read one to understand the others. Each volume offers self-contained research suitable for independent study or reference.
What topics does this series cover?
The series covers the history of witchcraft, long-term beliefs spanning centuries, and the literature associated with the subject. It includes works by Montague Summers, R Davies, and Sydney Anglo. The focus remains on historical analysis, popular histories, and critical essays regarding witchcraft.
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