Examen of Witches - Hardcover

by Henry Boguet (Author), Montague Summers (Editor)

The Examen of Witches is a historical book written by Henry Boguet in the 16th century. The book is a detailed account of the witch hunts that took place during the time in Switzerland. Boguet was a judge during this period and he used his experience and knowledge to write this book.In the book, Boguet provides a detailed description of the methods used to identify and prosecute witches. He talks about the different types of witches and their abilities, as well as the various ways in which they were punished. He also discusses the role of the church in the witch hunts and how the church influenced the beliefs of the people.The Examen of Witches is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the beliefs and practices of the people during the witch hunts. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and the persecution of witches. The book is written in an accessible language and is easy to understand, making it a great resource for scholars and casual readers alike.1929. This work an ancient manuscript drawn from various trials of many of this sect in the district of Saint Oyan de Joux, commonly known as Saint Claude in the county of Burgundy including the procedure to a judge in trials for witchcraft. Henry Boguet, chief Judge in Burgundy, penned this little treatise concerning that which had been done with regard to the miserable sect of people, or witches, in order that all may know the zeal with which the Archbishop of Besancon strove to purge the land of Saint Claude from witches.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.