"The Discovery of Witches" by Matthew Hopkins is a 17th-century explanation of witch trials in England. It defends Hopkins' methods of finding witches as important for safety. It looks at witchcraft beliefs, confessions, and how to spot witches. Hopkins answers questions about his methods, defends himself against cruelty claims, and describes identifying witches through physical exams for witch marks. Sharing case details, he recounts how suspects were found and examined, confessions obtained, and the usual justifications for witchcraft. Highlighting witch hunts, the book reveals historical fears and misunderstandings about witchcraft. Hopkins aims to prove his techniques while challenging his critics, presenting himself as a defender against bad forces.
The Discovery of Witches
By Matthew Hopkins
In a time of fear, one man justifies his controversial methods of identifying witches, offering a glimpse into a dark chapter of history.
Summary
About the AuthorMatthew Hopkins was an English witch-hunter whose career flourished during the English Civil War. He was mainly active in East Anglia and claimed to hold the office of Witchfinder General, although that title was never bestowed by Parliament.
Matthew Hopkins was an English witch-hunter whose career flourished during the English Civil War. He was mainly active in East Anglia and claimed to hold the office of Witchfinder General, although that title was never bestowed by Parliament.
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