The Witch of Antiquity

The Witch of Antiquity is a book written by Oliver Madox Hueffer. It is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a young woman named Theodora, who is accused of being a witch in ancient Greece. Theodora is a healer and a midwife, and she is respected by the people in her village. However, when a series of unfortunate events occur, Theodora is accused of practicing black magic and is forced to flee her village. She travels to Athens, where she meets a group of philosophers who are interested in her knowledge of medicine and herbs. Theodora becomes involved in the political and social events of Athens, and she uses her knowledge and skills to help the people around her. However, her past catches up with her, and she is once again accused of being a witch. The book explores themes of power, gender, and religion, and it provides a glimpse into the life of women in ancient Greece. Overall, The Witch of Antiquity is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in ancient history.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Book of Witches, by Oliver Madox Hueffer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766145697.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.