First published in 1595, this extremely influential study of demonology was frequently cited at witchcraft trials. It draws upon ancient and contemporary sources to offer lurid details of satanic pacts and sexual perversity, and it presents the particulars of numerous court cases. This edition features annotations by a celebrated occult historian. Reprint of the John Rodker, London, 1930 edition.
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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.
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.
