Strange Histories

The Trial of the Pig, the Walking Dead, and Other Matters of Fact from the Medieval and Renaissance Worlds

Autori

• Darren Oldridge

Parametri

• 200 pagine
• 7 ore di lettura

• Esoterismo e religione
• Medioevo
• Religione
• Saggistica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Focusing on extraordinary beliefs from the late Middle Ages to the seventeenth century, the book delves into topics like ghosts, witches, and even pigs on trial. This updated edition extends into the Renaissance and incorporates new research, a guide for further reading, and additional illustrations that enhance its themes. By examining diverse case studies, it offers compelling insights into the world-view of a bygone era, making it essential for students of early modern history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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