
Witchcraft and Demonology in Hungary and Transylvania
Brak ocen
History
Format
Miękka okładka
Strony
426
Język
Angielski
Opublikowany
Aug 30, 2018
Wydawca
Palgrave Macmillan
Wydanie
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
ISBN-10
3319854712
ISBN-13
9783319854717
Opis
In the intricate tapestry of European witchcraft and demonology, Hungary and Transylvania emerge as regions rich in folklore and superstition. The authors delve deep into the historical context that shaped beliefs surrounding witchcraft in these areas, examining the cultural, social, and political dimensions that influenced perceptions of the supernatural. They provide a comprehensive analysis that not only addresses the infamous witch hunts but also explores the resilience of local traditions and the interplay of various belief systems.
Through meticulous research, Klaniczay and Pócs illuminate the unique characteristics of witchcraft practices within the Hungarian and Transylvanian milieu. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world where folklore intertwines with religion, and where ordinary lives were often ensnared by extraordinary fears. The narrative reveals a rich dialectic between persecution and protection, ultimately painting a vivid portrait of how witchcraft shaped identities and communities in this historically complex region.
Through meticulous research, Klaniczay and Pócs illuminate the unique characteristics of witchcraft practices within the Hungarian and Transylvanian milieu. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world where folklore intertwines with religion, and where ordinary lives were often ensnared by extraordinary fears. The narrative reveals a rich dialectic between persecution and protection, ultimately painting a vivid portrait of how witchcraft shaped identities and communities in this historically complex region.
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