The Book of Witches

Oliver Madox Hueffer

Troy Books

First published in 1909, The Book of Witches represents an intriguing exploration of the witch as a vital archetype, dwelling within humanity’s shadows. Oliver Madox Hueffer (1876-1931) offers an account of ideas and beliefs surrounding witchcraft held in the beginning of the 20th Century and reaches back into prehistory and onward to investigate the origins and meanings of witchcraft, its history, its folklore, its practices and its persecutions, woven through with traditional charms, spells and magical lore.

Available in the following editions:

Paperback Edition: gloss laminated cover.

Original Price £14.00

Standard Hardback Edition: bound in a burgundy faux leather binding with black endpapers and burgundy and gold head and tail bands. 80gsm cream paper stock.

Original Price - £25.00

Size: 248 x 171mm

Pagination: 252 pages with illustrations.

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