MACMILLAN Realities of Witchcraft and Magic in Early Modern Europe

This scholarly work by Palgrave Macmillan examines the tangible elements of witchcraft and popular magic throughout early modern Europe, drawing on extensive archival research and interdisciplinary analysis. The book offers a fresh perspective on how communities understood and practised magical beliefs, moving beyond sensationalised accounts to reveal the lived experiences behind historical witch hunts and folk practices. Ideal for historians, cultural researchers, and anyone seeking to understand the social dynamics and cognitive frameworks that shaped early modern attitudes towards the supernatural, this comprehensive study challenges conventional interpretations whilst providing nuanced insights into a complex and often misunderstood period of European history.