Potts's Discovery Of Witches In The County Of Lancaster 1613

Potts's Discovery Of Witches In The County Of Lancaster 1613

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Potts�������s Discovery Of Witches In The County Of Lancaster 1613 is a historical account of the infamous witch trials that took place in Lancashire, England in the early 17th century. The book is written by Thomas Potts, a clerk of the court who was responsible for recording the proceedings of the trials. The book documents the trial of the Pendle witches, a group of women who were accused of practicing witchcraft and causing harm to their neighbors. Potts�������s account includes detailed descriptions of the accusations against the witches, the evidence presented in court, and the verdicts handed down by the judges. The book also provides insight into the social and cultural context of the witch trials in Lancashire. Potts describes the widespread belief in witchcraft during this period, as well as the role of the church and the legal system in prosecuting suspected witches. Overall, Potts�������s Discovery Of Witches In The County Of Lancaster 1613 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a dark period in English history. It offers a firsthand account of the witch trials and provides valuable insight into the beliefs and attitudes of the time.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781432550394
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 320
Weight: 122g
Height: 925mm
Width: 750mm
Spine width: 67mm