Witch Hunting in Southwestern Germany, 1562-1684: The Social and Intellectual Foundations [Hardcover]

H. Midelfort (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 324 pages
• Publisher: Stanford University Press; 1 edition (June 1, 1972)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804708053
• ISBN-13: 978-0804708050
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,776,902 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best scientific study on the subject, September 8, 2001

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Geraldo Jose da Silva Hostin (S Francisco do sul/Sc Brazil) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Witch Hunting in Southwestern Germany, 1562-1684: The Social and Intellectual Foundations (Hardcover)

I ve been reading many books on the subject, but It s the first time I really see a study not based on second hand and printed sources.

The author starts from the point that such a complex social phenomena must be studied on the particular points i.e. from the original manuscripts in a particular region, and not the contrary.

He also reviews previous studies on the matter and points out
their mistakes that sometimes became legends accepted for those not interested in a serious research.

It is also a must for anthropology/Psychology students.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Witch Hunting in Southwestern Germany, 1562-1684, February 15, 2001

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Sarah Ashley (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Witch Hunting in Southwestern Germany, 1562-1684: The Social and Intellectual Foundations (Hardcover)

While this publication is older, the information provided by Midelfort is still the most detailed and complete analysis of the witchcraft accusations in Germany. Not only does Midelfort address the huge number of trials which occured in Germany between the years 1562 and 1684, but he also explains the connection that these trials had on both the Protestant and Catholic villages in this time period. Anyone who is interested in the unique witch trials of Germany should own this book!