This rare first edition book traces the history of witchcraft, geographically arranged. The origin of witchcraft in Greece and Rome and the development of the cult throughout the western world is described by Mr. Summers with the aid of evidence taken from actual witch trials. A long and particularly arresting chapter is devoted to the history of black magic in New England, many detailed descriptions of the tools and methods at the witch's disposal through the ages. Contains 8 full page illustrations.Contents list below:

Contents list below:

I: Greece and Rome

II: England

III: Scotland

IV: New England

V: France

VI: Germany

VII: Italy

VIII: Spain

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Book Format:

Octavo, up to 8 �" tall. Book is bound in black cloth with gold lettering to spine;

Pagination: 623pp;

Condition:

Good condition. Boards are in good condition with some rubbing at corners and ends of spine; 1 plate detached but all illustrations present. Pages a little yellowed with age but otherwise very clean.

Price: US$189.00 - SOLD