Demonologia: A Discourse On Witchcraft As It Was Acted In The Family Of Mr. Edward Fairfax (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163086810)

Demonologia is a book written by Edward Fairfax that discusses the topic of witchcraft and how it was acted upon in his family. The book is a discourse on the history, beliefs, and practices of witchcraft, as well as an account of the experiences that Fairfax and his family had with witches. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of witchcraft. The first section provides an overview of the history of witchcraft, including its origins, development, and spread throughout Europe. The second section delves into the beliefs and practices of witches, including their use of magic, their connection to the devil, and their ability to harm others.The third section of the book is perhaps the most personal, as it recounts the experiences that Fairfax and his family had with witches. This section describes the various encounters that Fairfax had with witches, including the spells and curses that they cast upon him and his family. It also provides insight into the ways in which Fairfax and his family attempted to protect themselves from these attacks.Throughout the book, Fairfax provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the topic of witchcraft. He draws upon a wide range of sources, including historical accounts, religious texts, and personal experiences, to provide a comprehensive understanding of this complex and often misunderstood subject.Overall, Demonologia is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the history and practice of witchcraft, as well as the ways in which it impacted the lives of those who believed in it.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.

Author: Edward Fairfax
ISBN-10: 1163086819
ISBN-13: 9781163086810
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 196
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d