Witchcraft Myths In American Culture
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Author |
: Marion Gibson |
Publisher |
: Routledge |
Total Pages |
: 306 |
Release |
: 2012-08-21 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781135862831 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1135862834 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis Witchcraft Myths in American Culture by : Marion Gibson
A fascinating examination of how Americans think about and write about witches, from the 'real' witches tried and sometimes executed in early New England to modern re-imaginings of witches as pagan priestesses, comic-strip heroines and feminist icons. The first half of the book is a thorough re-reading of the original documents describing witchcraft prosecutions from 1640-1700 and a re-thinking of these sources as far less coherent and trustworthy than most historians have considered them to be. The second half of the book examines how these historical narratives have transformed into myths of witchcraft still current in American society, writing and visual culture. The discussion includes references to everything from Increase Mather and Edgar Allan Poe to Joss Whedon (the writer/director of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which includes a Wiccan character) and The Blair Witch Project.
Author |
: Charles Wentworth Upham |
Publisher |
: DigiCat |
Total Pages |
: 1227 |
Release |
: 2022-11-13 |
ISBN-10 |
: EAN:8596547386001 |
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: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Synopsis Witchcraft in America - The History & the Myth by : Charles Wentworth Upham
British Colonies on the east coast of North American continent had been settled by religious refugees seeking to build a pure, Bible-based society. They lived closely with the sense of the supernatural and they intended to build a society based on their religious beliefs. That is what caused numerous quarrels, troubles and accusations among which the witchcraft was quite common and the most dangerous. While witch trials had begun to fade out across much of Europe by the mid-17th century, they continued in the American Colonies. The earliest recorded witchcraft execution in America was in 1647 in Connecticut. The witch hunt in American Colonies culminated with the Salem Trials when over 200 people were accused, and 19 of whom were found guilty and executed by hanging. This collection contains books that depict the history of witchcraft and witch trials in the USA. Introduction: The Superstitions of Witchcraft by Howard Williams Witchcraft in America: The Wonders of the Invisible World by Cotton Mather and Increase Mather Salem Witchcraft by Charles Wentworth Upham Salem Witchcraft and Cotton Mather by Charles Wentworth Upham A Short History of the Salem Village Witchcraft Trials by M. V. B. Perley An Account of the Witchcraft Delusion at Salem in 1682 by James Thacher House of John Procter, Witchcraft Martyr, 1692 by William P. Upham The Salem Witchcraft, the Planchette Mystery, and Modern Spiritualism by Samuel Roberts Wells The Witchcraft Delusion in Colonial Connecticut (1647-1697) by John M. Taylor Witchcraft of New England Explained by Modern Spiritualism by Allen Putnam
Author |
: Via Hedera |
Publisher |
: John Hunt Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 170 |
Release |
: 2021-02-26 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781789045703 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1789045703 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis Folkloric American Witchcraft and the Multicultural Experience by : Via Hedera
Witchcraft and magic in America is an inherently multicultural experience and the folklore of our ancestors from every country converges here at a crossroads. It’s a complicated history; one of uncertainty and fear, displacement and enslavement, merging and migration. Our ancestors may not have agreed on how they saw the world or the magic that inhabits the world, but they shared a very real fear of Witches. Hags, Devils, charms and spells; witchery is rooted in our deepest superstitions and folklore. The traditions of people and their cultures stretch and intersect across the country and this is where the unique traditions of American witchcraft and magic are born. As practitioners seek to revive and reconstruct the paths of our ancestors, we’ve begun to trace the interconnected roots of witchcraft folklore as it emerged in the Americas, from the blending of people and their faiths. For multiracial practitioners, this is part of our identity as Americans and as witches of this country. Folkloric American Witchcraft and the Multicultural Experience is an exploration of the folklore, magic and witchcraft that was forged in the New World.
Author |
: Miranda Corcoran |
Publisher |
: University of Wales Press |
Total Pages |
: 262 |
Release |
: 2022-06-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781786838933 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1786838931 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (33 Downloads) |
Synopsis Witchcraft and Adolescence in American Popular Culture by : Miranda Corcoran
Author |
: Bram Stoker |
Publisher |
: Good Press |
Total Pages |
: 3498 |
Release |
: 2023-12-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: EAN:8596547773542 |
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: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (42 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Mythology and History of Witchcraft by : Bram Stoker
The Mythology and History of Witchcraft serves as an unparalleled compendium that traverses the labyrinth of cultural, historical, and literary perspectives surrounding the enigma of witchcraft. Through a meticulously curated selection spanning essays, historical analyses, folklore studies, and biographical sketches, this anthology unveils the multifaceted phenomena of witchcraft as understood across different epochs and societies. The range of literary styles, from the narrative to the scholarly, not only highlights the diversity within the discourse of witchcraft but also sheds light on seminal works that have significantly shaped or challenged the understanding of witchcraft, without centering on a single authorial voice yet underscoring the collective importance of the contributors. The contributing authors and editors, a veritable whos who of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries intellectual landscape, bring to the table a plethora of backgrounds in literature, history, folklore, and theology. Such a rich array of perspectives aligns with various historical and cultural movements, ranging from the Enlightenment's rational inquiry into superstition to the Romantic fascination with the Gothic and the arcane. In their collective endeavor, these authors not only navigate the complex narrative of witchcraft's history but also contribute to a deeper understanding of the sociopolitical and cultural contexts that have historically vilified or mystified the concept of witchcraft. This anthology is a must-read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of history, folklore, and literary criticism, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the discourse of witchcraft through a multi-disciplinary lens. It invites readers to explore the convergence of different narrative styles, themes, and perspectives, providing a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of witchcrafts historical and cultural significance. The Mythology and History of Witchcraft stands as a testament to the richness of collaborative scholarly work, encouraging continued dialogue and exploration into the complex tapestry of human belief and the literary imagination.
Author |
: Kathleen Rich |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 318 |
Release |
: 2014 |
ISBN-10 |
: OCLC:885359513 |
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: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (13 Downloads) |
Synopsis Shades of Myth by : Kathleen Rich
The American Neopagan Witchcraft community has made deliberate use of folklore to create a community identity and maintain social boundaries. The analysis of selected myths and legends in wide circulation among American Witches allows one to begin to understand how they define themselves and style their religion. Furthermore, Witchcraft folklore has inspired customs and practices that determine how Witches navigate the many layers of their society. Folklore has become the inspiration behind the creation of a Witchcraft community identity as well as a defining factor in how Neopagan Witches characterize themselves.
Author |
: Marion Gibson |
Publisher |
: Routledge |
Total Pages |
: 242 |
Release |
: 2018-06-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781317537861 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1317537866 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (61 Downloads) |
Synopsis Witchcraft: The Basics by : Marion Gibson
Witchcraft: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to the scholarly study of witchcraft, exploring the phenomenon of witchcraft from its earliest definitions in the Middle Ages through to its resonances in the modern world. Through the use of two case studies, this book delves into the emergence of the witch as a harmful figure within western thought and traces the representation of witchcraft throughout history, analysing the roles of culture, religion, politics, gender and more in the evolution and enduring role of witchcraft. Key topics discussed within the book include: The role of language in creating and shaping the concept of witchcraft The laws and treatises written against witchcraft The representation of witchcraft in early modern literature The representation of witchcraft in recent literature, TV and film Scholarly approaches to witchcraft through time The relationship between witchcraft and paganism With an extensive further reading list, summaries and questions to consider at the end of each chapter, Witchcraft: The Basics is an ideal introduction for anyone wishing to learn more about this controversial issue in human culture, which is still very much alive today.
Author |
: Alissa Burger |
Publisher |
: McFarland |
Total Pages |
: 241 |
Release |
: 2014-09-24 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780786489596 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0786489596 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (96 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Wizard of Oz as American Myth by : Alissa Burger
Since the publication of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in 1900, authors, filmmakers, and theatrical producers have been retelling and reinventing this uniquely American fairy tale. This volume examines six especially significant incarnations of the story: Baum's original novel, the MGM classic The Wizard of Oz (1939), Sidney Lumet's African American film musical The Wiz (1978), Gregory Maguire's novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West (1995), Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman's Broadway hit Wicked: A New Musical (2003), and the SyFy Channel miniseries Tin Man (2007). A close consideration of these works demonstrates how versions of Baum's tale are influenced by and help shape notions of American myth, including issues of gender, race, home, and magic, and makes clear that the Wizard of Oz narrative remains compelling and relevant today.
Author |
: Emerson W. Baker |
Publisher |
: Pivotal Moments in American Hi |
Total Pages |
: 415 |
Release |
: 2015 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780199890347 |
ISBN-13 |
: 019989034X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (47 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Storm of Witchcraft by : Emerson W. Baker
Presents an historical analysis of the Salem witch trials, examining the factors that may have led to the mass hysteria, including a possible occurrence of ergot poisoning, a frontier war in Maine, and local political rivalries.
Author |
: Marion Gibson |
Publisher |
: Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages |
: 320 |
Release |
: 2024-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781668002438 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1668002434 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (38 Downloads) |
Synopsis Witchcraft by : Marion Gibson
A “thought-provoking and timely” (The Times) global history of witch trials across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, told through thirteen distinct trials that illuminate a pattern of demonization and conspiratorial thinking that has profoundly shaped human history. This “inventive and compelling” (Times Literary Supplement) work of social history travels through thirteen witch trials across history, some famous—like the Salem witch trials—and some lesser-known: on Vardø island, Norway, in the 1620s, where an indigenous Sami woman was accused of murder; in France in 1731, during the country’s last witch trial, where a young woman was pitted against her confessor and cult leader; in Lesotho in 1948, where British colonial authorities executed local leaders. Exploring how witchcraft was feared, then decriminalized, and then reimagined as gendered persecution, Witchcraft takes on the intersections between gender and power, indigenous spirituality and colonial rule, political conspiracy and individual resistance. Offering a striking, dramatic journey unspooling over centuries and across continents, Witchcraft is a “well-rounded insight into some of the strangest and cruelest moments in history” (Buzz Magazine), giving voice to those who have been silenced by history.