Publisher's Synopsis
Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in Southwest Scotland is a comprehensive book written by J. Maxwell Wood. It delves into the history of witchcraft and superstition in the southwest region of Scotland, providing readers with a detailed account of the beliefs, practices, and accusations that occurred during the 16th and 17th centuries.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of witchcraft and superstition, including the origins of witchcraft, the role of the church in witch hunts, the legal system and its treatment of accused witches, and the various superstitions that were prevalent during this time.The author uses a combination of primary sources, such as court records and contemporary accounts, as well as secondary sources, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the events that occurred. The book also includes illustrations and photographs that help to bring the history to life.Overall, Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in Southwest Scotland is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a fascinating insight into the history of witchcraft and superstition in Scotland. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the occult and the supernatural.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.