Publisher's Synopsis
Compendium Maleficarum, V2 is a book written by Francesco Maria Guazzo that provides a comprehensive guide to witchcraft and demonology. Originally published in the late 16th century, this volume is a compilation of various works on the subject of witchcraft, including treatises on the nature of witches, the methods they use to harm others, and the ways in which they can be identified and punished. The book is divided into three sections, with the first section focusing on the nature of witches and their abilities. This section includes discussions on the origins of witchcraft, the various types of witches, and the powers they possess. The second section of the book is devoted to the methods that witches use to harm others, including spells, curses, and other forms of black magic. The final section of the book deals with the identification and punishment of witches. This section includes detailed descriptions of the various methods used to identify witches, such as the use of witch-hunting manuals, and the punishments that were typically meted out to those found guilty of practicing witchcraft. Overall, Compendium Maleficarum, V2 is a fascinating and informative read for those interested in the history of witchcraft and demonology. It provides a unique insight into the beliefs and practices of those who were accused of witchcraft during the early modern period, and offers a glimpse into the minds of those who sought to eradicate this supposed threat to society.This is a new release of the original 1929 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
