The European Witch-Craze of the 16th and 17th Centuries. by Trevor-Roper. H.R - 1969

Penguin Books, Harmondsworth, Middlesex, 1969. First Edition. Softcover. Good Condition. Foreword to the Pelican edition, notes and index. Illustrated paperback binding with blue coloured titles to the front panel and black and white coloured titles to the back strip. During the Renaissance and Reformation period of European history where mediaeval superstition was supposedly retreating, the witch-craze of the same period took hold and the belief that an imminent attack from the Powers of darkness was rife. Quoting from the rear panel blurb " ... And more they were tortured and burnt (witches), the more their power spread – until, by the 30 Years War, Europe was in the grip of a collective psychosis foreshadowing that of Nazi Germany. In this short but masterly study Professor Trevor-Roper questions why, in this important respect, "Early Modern" Europe had regressed since the Dark Ages. He sees the craze as a form of social intolerance, with the witch, like the… Read More

Penguin Books, 1988. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,200grams, ISBN:9780140551341

Penguin Books, 1984. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,200grams, ISBN:9780140551341

Penguin, 1969T. paperback. Good. 0.3937 7.0866 4.3307. Ex-library copy with the usual stamps, markings, and stickers. The copy is tanned, and shows shelf wear and dirtiness. The copy is in otherwise good, readable condition.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.