Compendium Maleficarum V2 - Paperback

by Francesco Maria Guazzo (Author), E. a. Ashwin (Author)

Compendium Maleficarum V2 is a book written by Francesco Maria Guazzo that provides a comprehensive guide to witchcraft, demonology, and the supernatural. The book is a sequel to the original Compendium Maleficarum, which was published in 1608. The second volume of the Compendium Maleficarum is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the history of witchcraft, including its origins and the various beliefs and practices associated with it. The second part is dedicated to the identification and punishment of witches, including the methods used to extract confessions and the various forms of torture that were used during the witch trials. The third and final part of the book focuses on the powers and abilities of witches, including their ability to cast spells, summon demons, and cause harm to others.Throughout the book, Guazzo draws on a wide range of sources, including the Bible, classical mythology, and contemporary accounts of witchcraft trials. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams that help to illustrate the various concepts and practices described in the book.Overall, Compendium Maleficarum V2 is a fascinating and disturbing glimpse into the world of witchcraft and the supernatural, as understood by people in the early modern period. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the origins and evolution of these beliefs and practices, and remains a popular resource for scholars and enthusiasts of the occult.Showing the iniquitous and execrable operation of the witches against the human race and the divine remedies by which they may be frustrated. One of the works which was a leading witchcraft handbook of its day. It was used as a guide by the authorities of the church and lawyers in the definition of witchcraft, and prosecution and punishment. Illustrated.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.