Approach this book with caution; it is soaked in human blood! Kramer and Sprenger, two Dominican friars, traveled throughout northern Germany, delving into Inquisition records, talking with accused witches, and attending Inquisition trials. First published in 1486, the text includes everything known at the time about cults, illicit sex, dealings with the devil, and more.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Witchcraft and Black Magic by Montague Summers Historical overview of demonology and the occult defines witchcraft and examines ceremonial practices, the casting of spells and conjuring, celebration of the Black Mass, and much more. A masterfully written, highly readable work for anyone interested in supernatural phenomena.
An Examen of Witches by Henry Boguet, Montague Summers Compiled in the 16th century by France's most ruthless inquisitor, this is the definitive witch-hunter's handbook. It recounts the accusations and trials that led to the deaths of countless victims.
The History of the Devil: With 350 Illustrations by Paul Carus This treasury of facts and lore on the philosophy and practice of evil traces the concept of Satan from ancient to modern times. A collection of 350 rare and compelling images illuminate the text.
The History of Witchcraft and Demonology by Montague Summers This classic of esoterica, written by the field's foremost scholar, employs colorful, little-known anecdotes and historical accounts to explore witchcraft, sorcery, necromancy, damnation, Satanism, and every variety of magic.
Witchcraft, Magic and Alchemy by Emile Grillot de Givry Historical tour of the occult offers a captivating exploration of sorcery and ceremonial magic. Its 375 rare black-and-white illustrations depict possession and exorcism, curses, Kabbalah, tarot, witches' sabbath, alchemy, more.
The Book of Vampires by Dudley Wright This fascinating book examines legends about vampire behavior from all historical periods and countries — from ancient Assyria to the Far East, from the quiet villages of Central Europe to the British Isles and even America.
A Popular History of Witchcraft by Montague Summers Catholic priest and eminent scholar, Montague Summers firmly believed in witchcraft, demonology, and vampirism, about which he wrote several authoritative books. As the title indicates, this is a popular history, offering everything you ever wanted to know about black magic, from ordinary mischief to elaborate hexes.
Vampires and Vampirism by Montague Summers Study examines vampire lore in fantastic detail, addressing such issues as how vampires came into existence, vampirish behavior, vampire-like ancient myths, and vampires in modern literature.
The Evil Eye: The Classic Account of an Ancient Superstition by Frederick Thomas Elworthy Classic text describes many afflictions said to result from being "stared at"—as observed from the days of the ancient Egyptians up to the late 19th century. Descriptions of gestures, charms, incantations and other protective acts used to ward off power of the "evil eye." 199 illus.
