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Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands / Transcripts from the Official Records of the Guernsey Royal Court, with an English Translation and Historical Introduction

By John Linwood Pitts
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The volume collects official court transcripts and English translations of witchcraft cases from Guernsey, accompanied by a historical introduction and commentary. It presents trial depositions and confessions—many obtained under coercion—records of alleged Sabbaths, use of a so-called devil's ointment, and local beliefs about nocturnal assemblies. The editor tabulates prosecutions and punishments, recounts specific cases and outcomes, and discusses possible explanations, including manipulation by disguised men and pharmacological effects that could induce trance. Appendices and notes contextualize the Channel Islands' practices within broader medieval and early modern witchcraft persecutions.

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John Linwood Pitts

John Linwood Pitts was an author known for his exploration of historical and cultural themes, particularly in relation to witchcraft. His notable work, "Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands," delves into the official records of the Guernsey Royal Court, providing both transcripts and an English translation. This book not only sheds light on the legal proceedings surrounding witchcraft in the Channel Islands but also offers a historical introduction that contextualizes these events within the broader tapestry of European witch trials. Pitts' contributions help illuminate the complexities of folklore and legal history in this unique region.

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