Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Witchcraft and Demonology by Montague Summers is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the origins, practices, and beliefs surrounding witchcraft and demonology throughout history. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the persecution of witches and their supposed powers, the role of demons in various cultures and religions, and the different forms of witchcraft and magic that have been practiced throughout the ages.Summers draws on a wealth of historical and literary sources to provide a fascinating and engaging account of this complex and often misunderstood subject. He examines the various theories and beliefs that have been put forward over the centuries to explain the existence of witches and demons, and explores the ways in which these ideas have influenced society and culture.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of witchcraft and demonology. Topics covered include the history of witchcraft trials and persecutions, the role of witches in folklore and mythology, the practice of black magic and sorcery, and the beliefs and practices of various occult and esoteric traditions.Throughout the book, Summers provides a wealth of fascinating insights and anecdotes, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the subject to shed light on some of the most mysterious and intriguing aspects of witchcraft and demonology. Whether you are a scholar of the occult, a student of history, or simply someone with an interest in the supernatural, The History of Witchcraft and Demonology is an essential read.1925. Firmly believing in the whole paraphernalia of Satanism, the author has a wonderfully good time describing its nefarious orgies with a gusto which even the reader of feeble faith is apt to catch. Contents: Introduction; The witch - heretic and anarchist; Worship of the witch; Demons and familiars; The Sabbat; The witch in Holy Writ; Diabolic possession and modern spiritism; The witch in dramatic literature; Bibliography.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.
