Publisher's Synopsis
Witches and Witch-Finders is a non-fiction book written by Hendrik Willem Van Loon. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of witches and witch-hunts throughout Europe, from the Middle Ages to the 17th century. Van Loon examines the various beliefs and superstitions surrounding witches, including their supposed ability to cast spells and cause harm to others. He also explores the role of witch-finders, who were often hired by the church or government to identify and prosecute suspected witches. The book delves into the methods used to torture and extract confessions from accused witches, as well as the social and political factors that contributed to the witch-hunts. Van Loon's writing is engaging and informative, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of witches and witchcraft.1923. An article from the June 1923 Mentor Magazine.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.
