
Styrian Witches in European Perspective: Ethnographic Fieldwork
por
Mirjam Mencej
Aún sin calificaciones
History
Fantasy
Formato
Kindle
Páginas
470
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado
Jan 27, 2017
Editorial
Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN-10
1137372508
ISBN-13
9781137372505
Descripción
Mirjam Mencej delves into the rich tapestry of witchcraft beliefs and practices that have woven themselves into the cultural fabric of rural regions. Through extensive ethnographic fieldwork, she unveils the local narratives and traditions surrounding witchcraft in Styria, Austria, providing readers with a vivid portrait of how these beliefs manifest in contemporary life.
As Mencej navigates the historical and social landscapes, she situates Styrian witchcraft within a broader European context. This comparative approach allows for a nuanced understanding of regional variations and shared characteristics in witch beliefs, shedding light on their significance in modern society. The author’s keen observations and thoughtful analyses invite readers to reflect on the interplay between folklore, superstition, and cultural identity.
By intertwining personal stories with academic rigor, Mencej captures the resilience and complexity of witchcraft traditions, revealing how they continue to influence, and often challenge, contemporary notions of gender, power, and spirituality. This exploration stands as both a scholarly resource and a celebration of the enduring legacy of witchcraft in European culture.
As Mencej navigates the historical and social landscapes, she situates Styrian witchcraft within a broader European context. This comparative approach allows for a nuanced understanding of regional variations and shared characteristics in witch beliefs, shedding light on their significance in modern society. The author’s keen observations and thoughtful analyses invite readers to reflect on the interplay between folklore, superstition, and cultural identity.
By intertwining personal stories with academic rigor, Mencej captures the resilience and complexity of witchcraft traditions, revealing how they continue to influence, and often challenge, contemporary notions of gender, power, and spirituality. This exploration stands as both a scholarly resource and a celebration of the enduring legacy of witchcraft in European culture.
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