The Witches of St Osyth

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Focusing on the St Osyth witch-trial, this book uncovers the profound impact of persecution on an Elizabethan community. It delves into the lives of villagers embroiled in witchcraft accusations, the magistrate tasked with investigating these claims, and the writer who brought their story to light. Through a detailed historical lens, it reveals the complexities of fear, societal dynamics, and the consequences of hysteria in a turbulent era.