Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162563220)

Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft is a non-fiction book written by Sir Walter Scott, a Scottish novelist and poet. The book is a collection of letters that Scott wrote to his friend J.G. Lockhart, discussing various topics related to demonology and witchcraft. Scott explores the history and mythology of witches and demons, as well as their role in literature and popular culture. He also delves into the social and cultural contexts that led to the persecution of witches during the Middle Ages and the early modern period. The book is a fascinating exploration of the supernatural and the human psyche, and provides a unique insight into the beliefs and fears of people in the past. Scott's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and demonology.1884. Partial Contents: Origin of the general Opinions respecting Demonology among Mankind; Belief in the Immortality of the Soul; Situations of excited passion in humanity which teach men to wish or apprehend Supernatural Apparitions; Story of Somnambulism; Witches and the Bible; Creed of Zoroaster; Law of the Romans against Witchcraft; Roman customs survive the fall of their Religion; Correspondence between Northern and Roman Witches; Fairy Superstition; Elves; Those who dealt in fortune-telling, mystical cures by charms; Immediate Effect of Christianity on Articles of Popular Superstition; Prosecution of Witches and Sorcerers.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: Walter Scott
ISBN-10: 1162563222
ISBN-13: 9781162563220
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.67d