Author : Peter Bently
Publisher : Macmillan Children's Books
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 16,67 MB
Release : 2020-09-17
Category : Princesses
ISBN : 9781529016093
When there's panic at the palace, which witch will come to the rescue?
Author : Peter Bentley
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,45 MB
Release : 2024-02
Category :
ISBN : 9787556878765
Once upon a time there were twin witches named Rita and Rose who both had a wart on the tip of their noses. But everyone could easily tell them apart, because Rose was poor and Rita was rich, and the difference in dress was particularly great. Rose served the common people and gave them gifts for free, while Rita served the rich customers and charged exorbitant prices. One day, the princess suddenly can not smile, the king sent to pick up the rich witch to the palace, let her think of ways to make the princess become happy. The Rich Witch tried her best to make the palace jump, but the Princess did not care. Everyone can do nothing to help the situation, only to hear the housekeeper said: the princess is in the garden happy playful playful ...... original, is the poor witch in the accompaniment of the princess to do the game!
Author : Laure Eve
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 15,17 MB
Release : 2016-09-06
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1613121385
“The Graces demands to be read twice: The first time for the suspense; the second for the subtleties you missed initially.” —The New York Times Book Review Everyone loves the Graces. Fenrin, Thalia, and Summer Grace are attractive, rich, and glamorous, and they’ve cast a spell over their high school—and their entire town. They’re also rumored to have powerful connections all over the world. If you’re not in love with one of them, you want to be one of them. This is especially true for River, the new girl at school. River’s different from the rest of the horde that both revere and fear the Grace family. She’s dark, aloof, and just maybe . . . magical. And she wants to be a Grace more than anything. But what the Graces don’t know is that River’s presence in their town is no accident. The first rule of witchcraft is that if you want something bad enough, you can get it . . . no matter who has to pay. “A teenage girl becomes obsessed with a family of reputed witches . . . vivid . . . powerful.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Eve conjures up an intriguing vision of small-town mystique, with the Grace family depicted as unknowable and otherworldly—the mystery of whether magic is at play hangs over much of the story—and self-involved, obsessive River’s less-than-trustworthy narration adds to the air of uncertainty.” —Publishers Weekly
Author : Sasha Peyton Smith
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 14,22 MB
Release : 2022-08-30
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 153445439X
Whisked away to Haxahaven Academy for Witches in 1911, seventeen-year-old Frances Hallowell soon finds herself torn between aligning herself with Haxahaven's foes, the Sons of St. Druon, to solve her brother's murder or saving Manhattan and her fellow witches.
Author : John Bellairs
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 14,11 MB
Release : 2004-08-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1101659734
A rich, magical gothic mystery from the legendary John Bellairs Rose Rita wishes she could go to camp like her bets friend, Lewis. She's sure that boys get to have all the fun.--until Mrs. Zimmermann offers her an adveture of her own. Mrs. Zimmermann's cousin Oley has left her his farm, as well as a ring that he thinks is magic. But when the two arrive at the deserted farm, the ring has mysteriously vanished. What power does it have? And will the person who took it use the ring to do evil?
Author : Konstantinos Adamopoulos
Publisher :
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 38,14 MB
Release : 2020-12-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9786180025118
Marily is a four year old little girl who lives with her parents in the Bright Forest. However, her life will change entirely when she accidentally falls into a cauldron boiling with the worst magic potion that exists. A few minutes later, she transforms into the meanest witch in all the world and stars! Marily disappears once and for all. BADFREAKY a very bad and frightening witch takes her place!
Author : Johannes Dillinger
Publisher : University of Virginia Press
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 16,73 MB
Release : 2009-08-13
Category : History
ISBN : 0813928389
Inspired by recent efforts to understand the dynamics of the early modern witch hunt, Johannes Dillinger has produced a powerful synthesis based on careful comparisons. Narrowing his focus to two specific regions—Swabian Austria and the Electorate of Trier—he provides a nuanced explanation of how the tensions between state power and communalism determined the course of witch hunts that claimed over 1,300 lives in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Germany. Dillinger finds that, far from representing the centralizing aggression of emerging early states against local cultures, witch hunts were almost always driven by members of the middling and lower classes in cities and villages, and they were stopped only when early modern states acquired the power to control their localities. Situating his study in the context of a pervasive magical worldview that embraced both orthodox Christianity and folk belief, Dillinger shows that, in some cases, witch trials themselves were used as magical instruments, designed to avert threats of impending divine wrath. "Evil People" describes a two-century evolution in which witch hunters who liberally bestowed the label "evil people" on others turned into modern images of evil themselves. In the original German, "Evil People" won the Friedrich Spee Award as an outstanding contribution to the history of witchcraft.
Author : Marion Gibson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 19,71 MB
Release : 2005-08-08
Category : History
ISBN : 1134624859
In this original study of witchcraft, Gibson explores the stories told by and about witches and their 'victims' through trial records, early news books, pamphlets and fascinating personal accounts. The author discusses the issues surrounding the interpretation of original historical sources and demonstrates that their representations of witchcraft are far from straight forward or reliable. Innovative and thought-provoking, this book sheds new light on early modern people's responses to witches and on the sometimes bizarre flexibility of the human imagination.
Author : Bram Stoker
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 3681 pages
File Size : 29,77 MB
Release : 2022-11-13
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Bram Stoker's 'The Book of Witchcraft' is a compendium of historical and cultural analysis, meticulously amalgamating an array of perspectives on the phenomena of witchcraft, sorcery, and the supernatural. Stoker's narrative, rich in detail and steeped in the lore and legends of centuries past, charts the course of magic and necromancy across Europe and America, from the darkest rituals to the sensational witch trials. His literary style weaves historical fact with the occult, presenting a tableau of social commentary within the broader literary context of Victorian-era fascination with the gothic and the macabre. Readers are treated to both an erudite history and a collection of the most striking tales and studies on the subject, making it a singular work within the annals of supernatural literature. Bram Stoker, best known for his magnum opus 'Dracula,' demonstrates a profound interest in the darker corners of the human psyche and the societal forces that shape belief in the supernatural. This curated anthology aligns with Stoker's lifelong fascination with the liminal spaces where myth and reality intertwine. His personal exploration into the realms of fear and superstition illuminates the cultural underpinnings that prompted such fervent witch hunts and trials, offering insight into how these practices both reflected and shaped societal norms and fears of the times. 'The Book of Witchcraft' appeals to both the connoisseur of historical folklore and the lay reader eager to delve into the intricacies of occult beliefs and their real-world ramifications. Stoker's scholarly approach provides a compelling entry point for those seeking to understand the pervasive power of witchcraft narratives in shaping Western culture and history. It is recommended for history enthusiasts, fans of Stoker's gothic fictions, and anyone interested in the intricate tapestry of how supernatural beliefs are woven into the fabric of societal evolution.
Author : Bram Stoker
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 3687 pages
File Size : 36,7 MB
Release : 2023-12-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
The Great Book of Witchcraft' stands as a monumental anthology, assembling the works of notable authors whose tales, essays, and analyses span a broad spectrum of styles and perspectives on witchcraft. From the historical to the supernatural, this collection transcends simple narrative to explore the complex tapestry of myth, legend, and fact surrounding one of history's most intriguing subjects. The anthology features a diverse array of pieces, including highly regarded essays and groundbreaking studies, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the cultural, social, and literary significance of witchcraft through the ages. The variety within this collection demonstrates the multifaceted ways in which witchcraft has been interpreted and understood, cementing its place as a subject of endless curiosity and scholarly interest. The authors contributing to this anthology, such as Bram Stoker and Margaret Murray, bring with them a wealth of knowledge and differing perspectives that enrich the collection's exploration of witchcraft. Their backgroundsranging from novelists to historians to anthropologistsensure that the anthology is not merely a collection of stories, but a scholarly exploration that aligns with various historical, cultural, and literary movements. This unique blend of voices and insights offers a nuanced understanding of the theme, highlighting the evolving perceptions of witchcraft and its impact on society throughout history. 'The Great Book of Witchcraft' is an essential read for anyone interested in the diverse interpretations and cultural significance of witchcraft. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the thoughts and works of some of the fields most influential figures, all within a single volume. This anthology not only serves as an educational tool for scholars and enthusiasts alike but also welcomes readers into a rich dialogue between differing viewpoints, encouraging a deeper understanding and appreciation of a subject that has fascinated humanity for centuries. For its breadth of insights and contribution to the discourse on witchcraft, this collection is a must-have for both academic and personal libraries.
