Publisher's Synopsis
Potts's Discovery of Witches in the County of Lancaster is a historical book that was originally published in 1613. This book has been reprinted from the original edition of 1613, and the present edition was published in 1745. The author of the book is Thomas Potts, who was a clerk of the court during the trial of the Lancashire witches in 1612. The book is a detailed account of the trial and execution of the witches in Lancaster. It provides an insight into the beliefs and superstitions of the people of that time and the legal system that was in place. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part describing the events leading up to the trial, the second part detailing the trial itself, and the third part describing the execution of the witches. The book is written in a factual and objective manner, with no attempt to sensationalize the events or to demonize the accused. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and the legal system of England in the 17th century.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.
