Witch, Warlock, and Magician by W. H. Davenport Adams
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| Author | Adams, W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport), 1828-1891 |
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| Title |
Witch, Warlock, and Magician Historical Sketches of Magic and Witchcraft in England and Scotland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Witch, Warlock, and Magician" by W. H. Davenport Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the themes of magic, witchcraft, and alchemy, focusing particularly on their historical development in England and Scotland. It provides biographical sketches of notable figures in magic and alchemy, such as Roger Bacon and Dr. John Dee, while also examining significant witch trials and the societal implications of these practices. The opening of the work sets the stage by introducing its purpose as a contribution to the broader "History of Human Error," suggesting an analytical yet empathetic approach to these controversial subjects. Adams outlines the content, indicating that the first part will discuss key magicians and their influences, while the second part will delve into the history of witchcraft, offering detailed accounts of trials and testimonies. This introduction establishes a framework for readers to progressively understand the complex interplay of belief and skepticism surrounding magic and witchcraft from a historical perspective. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Witchcraft -- England -- History |
| Subject | Magic -- England -- History |
| Subject | Magic -- Scotland -- History |
| Subject | Witchcraft -- Scotland -- History |
| Subject | Magic -- Great Britain -- History |
| Subject | Witchcraft -- Great Britain -- History |
| Subject | Occultists -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38763 |
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 268 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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