Publisher's Synopsis
Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in Southwest Scotland is a historical book written by J. Maxwell Wood. The book is a comprehensive account of the witchcraft trials and superstitious beliefs prevalent in the southwest region of Scotland during the 17th century. It explores the social, cultural, and political factors that led to the persecution of witches and the widespread belief in supernatural powers.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of witchcraft and superstition in the region. The author analyzes the various witchcraft trials that took place in the region, highlighting the accusations, evidence, and outcomes of each trial. He also examines the role of the church and the state in promoting and suppressing witchcraft and superstition.In addition to the trials, the book also delves into the popular beliefs and practices of the people during the period. It explores the role of charms, amulets, and other forms of magic in everyday life and the ways in which people sought protection from evil spirits and supernatural forces.Overall, Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in Southwest Scotland provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of the people of Scotland during a time of great social and political upheaval. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and superstition in Scotland.1911. Throughout Dumfriesshire and Galloway remnants of Old World customs still linger, suggesting a remoter time, when superstitious practice and belief held all-important sway in the daily round and task of the people. The author trusts that by recording the results of his gleanings as they were received, and without attempting to subject them to higher analysis or criticism, a truer aspect and reflection of the influence superstition upon the social life of those older days, may be all the more adequately presented. Found in this work are topics dealing with witchcraft and superstition such as witchcraft, fairy lore, wraiths, death customs, ghost lore, witch trials, brownie lore, warnings, funeral ceremony, and haunted houses.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.
