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Name: History's witches
Author: Lisa Graves

History's Witches is a richly illustrated companion that examines thirteen notable women who faced false accusations of witchcraft. Spanning from the medieval court of Eleanor of Aquitaine to the Puritan trials of Bridget Bishop, the book uses historical sources to detail how societal misconceptions and political motives led to these women’s tragic injustices. Through concise profiles, the guide highlights the broader themes of gender, power, and misinterpretation in historical narratives. It offers young readers a factual, accessible look at how accusations of witchcraft were used to control and punish women throughout history. The book serves as both an educational resource in juvenile literature and a reminder of the importance of critical historical inquiry.

First publish date: 2013

Genre: History/Modern History

Authors: Lisa Graves

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