The Discovery of Witches

Delve into the chilling world of 17th-century witch trials with Matthew Hopkins's infamous treatise, "The Discovery of Witches." Subtitled "In Answer to Severall Queries, Lately Delivered to the Judges of Assize for the County of Norfolk. and now published By Matthew Hopkins, Witch-finder, for the Benefit of the Whole Kingdome," this historical document offers a unique and disturbing glimpse into the methods and mindset of the self-proclaimed Witch-finder General.

Explore Hopkins's techniques for identifying and prosecuting suspected witches, providing a primary source account of a dark chapter in English history. This meticulously prepared print edition allows readers to confront the realities of witchcraft accusations and trials, shedding light on the social and legal landscape of the time. A crucial text for anyone interested in criminology, European history, and the history of witchcraft, "The Discovery of Witches" remains a stark reminder of the dangers of mass hysteria and the fragility of justice.

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