Witch: The Wild Ride from Wicked to Wicca - Softcover

Savage, Candace

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1550548786 ISBN 13: 9781550548785

Publisher: Greystone Books, 2001

Synopsis

Witches have always been figures electric with possibility, feared as menacing hags but also standing as towering images of female rebellion. Trace their wild ride across the centuries, flying on brooms, turning into animals, making spirit journeys, visiting the dead, casting spells, and causing or healing illnesses. Every age has fashioned this legendary shapeshifter to fulfill its dreams and nightmares, and she has transformed from Renaissance devil worshipper to fairy-tale character to New Age priestess. A brilliant study going far beyond the witch-hunts of the 1600s.

About this title

Synopsis

The witch has always been a figure electric with possibility and, sometimes, with menace. A legendary shapeshifter, she has recast her image to fulfil the dreams and nightmares of each passing century. She is the devouring mother, the vengeful wife, the possessed devil worshipper, the resentful old hag and the high priestess. Yet throughout her proud and painful history, she has remained shrouded in mystery. This book views her portrayal from 15th century Europe to the present day and includes literary and visual representations of witchcraft.

About the Author

Candace Savage is the author of numerous intemationally acclaimed books, including Beauty Queens, Cowgirls, Aurora and Bird Brains.

Edition details

• Publisher: Greystone Books
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1550548786
• ISBN 13: 9781550548785
• Binding: Paperback