Showing results for "Witches" in Literary History & Criticism

The Soul of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe will transport readers into the heart of the Chronicles of Narnia. Readers will discover that Narnia is more than just a magical place, it is a story reflective of the world we live in, our human condition, and our need for a Savior. Written in popular style for a broad audience of Christians and non-Christians, youthful and old, this book will answer the soul-stirring question of the movie and the novel.

From feminist fairies to blood-sucking temptresses, half-human harpies, and protective Vodou goddesses, these are women who go beyond long-haired, smiling stereotypes. Their stories are so powerful, so entrancing, that they have survived for millennia. Lovingly retold and updated, Kate Hodges places each heroine, rebel, and provocateur firmly at the center of their own narrative.  

In the hidden shadows amongst the trees, tales of witches are whispered. What is it about the wild that draws us in and has captured our imaginations for so long? The Witch and The WildWood delves into stories of the woods as told through some of its most enchanting inhabitants: witches, fairy...

Dive into the chilling tale of The Lancashire Witches, a richly imagined narrative centered around the infamous figures of Demdike, Chattox, and Alice Nutter. These historical characters haunted the Lancashire region near Pendle Hill and the Forest of Bowland in the early seventeenth century. While Ainsworths portrayal may be steeped in fiction, the witches themselves were real individuals caught in a web of societal turmoil. The story weaves through the dissolution of Whalley Abbey and the influential families of Assheton, Braddyll, and Nowell, culminating in the dramatic trials and ...

A series of letters written by Scott on the history of witchcraft and other supernatural events in England and other locations. He documents stories and discredits them with natural causes. (Summary by Deon Gines)

Isabel Allende bucea en su memoria y nos ofrece un emocionante libro sobre su relación con el feminismo y el hecho de ser mujer, al tiempo que reivindica que la vida adulta hay que vivirla, sentirla y gozarla con plena intensidad.

Afterlives of Endor offers an analysis of the way early modern English literature addressed the period's anxieties about witchcraft and theatricality. What determined whether or not a demonologist imagined a trial as a spectacle? What underlying epistemological constraints governed such choices and what conceptions of witchcraft did these choices reveal? Pairing readings of demonological texts with canonical plays and poetry, Laura Levine examines such questions.

A fully illustrated guide to Deborah Harkness's #1 New York Times bestselling All Souls trilogy--"an irresistible . . . wonderfully imaginative grown-up fantasy" (People) A Discovery of Witches introduced Diana Bishop, Oxford scholar and reluctant witch, and vampire geneticist Matthew Clairmont...

Here are first hand accounts, published in 1692, of the infamous "Salem Witch Trials". In addition to Mather's interpretation of the Book of Revelations (which he calls "God's last letter to the people of earth"), included are explanations of what motivates Devils, their military organization, how witches may be identified, captured, tried, and executed, and expostulating on the Devil's many devious methods for tricking otherwise intelligent people into questioning the Bible and undermining Christian authority in the new world. The sub-title of the book reads: BEING AN ACCOUNT OF THE TRYALS OF...

From the beautiful apsaras of Hindu myth to the swan maidens of European fairy tales, stories of flying women - some carried by wings, others by clouds, rainbows, floating scarves, and flying horses - reveal the perennial fascination with and ambivalence about female power and sexuality. In Women Who Fly, Serinity Young examines the motif of the flying woman as it appears in a wide variety of cultures and historical periods, in legends, myths, rituals, sacred narratives, and artistic productions.  

Dive into the adventurous world crafted by Maturin Murray Ballou, a prolific author known for his captivating accounts of sea travel. As the deputy navy-agent in the Boston Custom House, Ballou circumnavigated the globe in 1882, gathering rich experiences and inspiration for his writings. Among his many works, The Sea-Witch stands out as a thrilling nautical romance that transports readers to the heart of the oceans mysteries. (Summary by Gesine)

Get ready to double your dose of laughter, wine, and bookish banter with the Three Winey Witches! Join us every week as we uncork a new bottle of wine and dive into the latest and greatest reads in the fantasy young adult/adult literary world. From romance to mystery, and everything in between, we've got you covered with our chapter-by-chapter witty observations, hilarious anecdotes, and expert opinions. So come join the party and let's raise a glass to friendship, books, and good times!

Lit Witches opens the portal to fantasy for readers, writers and all things in between. Hosted by Adelaide Jensen, take a seat at The Roundtable and delve into all of your favourite fantasy genres with a rotating cast of special guests. We’ll introduce you to the Chosen Ones, fantasy authors from around the globe who will lift the veil on their latest spellbinding novels. New video and audio episodes every Tuesday. Powered by Penguin.

A silly review of the Harry Potter series with Ella and Riley, music by Camille & Kennerly - Harp Twins! THERE WILL BE SPOILERS!!!! Please, please, please become a patron on Patreon!!! patreon.com/awitchandhercat, Email us at- awitchandhercat1@gmail.com

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 500+ audiobooks, all ad freeMother Elizabeth Sawyer is a poor, lonely, and unfairly ostracized old woman with nothing left to lose. Frank is a poor farmer who intends to marry his beloved Winnifred, who is pregnant with his child, but is pressured to marry Susan, the rich yeoman's daughter. Young Cuddy Banks is a clown who pines after a girl who doesn't love him. When Mother Sawyer turns to witchcraft after being unjustly accused of it, a talking devil-dog named Tom (performed by a human actor) comes to her aid, becoming her familiar and only friend. Though she ...

Book Witches is a podcast about books, big ideas, and the women who read like it’s a spiritual practice. Hosted by best friends Ynez and Aleks—yoga teachers who met in training and now live on opposite coasts—we dive into the stories that move us: from fiction and philosophy to memoir, myth, and everything in between.We read widely, think deeply, and laugh a lot. The name Book Witches is a nod to the witchy woman archetype: curious, intuitive, a little unruly, and always up for a good story.New episodes every month!

Hello Everyone! We are Writing with Witches, featuring authors Leona Urbansky and Nicole Autumn. Leona loves writing high fantasy novels with rich world-building and dynamic characters that will transport you into another world. Nicole loves dark fantasy that incorporates our world with relatable characters, hard-hitting, gritty topics, and heavy smut. Both of them also incorporate their craft, which is witchcraft, into their novels as well. They draw on their daily lives to help bring the magic and intrigue into the stories. This podcast will discuss what that means for them and how you can ...

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