La Sorcière by Jules Michelet

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Author Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874
Title La Sorcière
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satanism_and_Witchcraft_(book) Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Sorci%C3%A8re_(essai)
Note Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "La Sorcière" by Jules Michelet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text delves into the history and mythology surrounding witchcraft, focusing on the societal perception of women as witches in a patriarchal context. It explores how women, deemed to embody the essence of sorcery, navigated a world of fear and superstition shaped by the male-dominated Church and its oppressive dogmas. The opening of "La Sorcière" introduces the author’s reflections on the origins of witchcraft in folklore and historical legal practices, emphasizing that the persecution of witches stemmed from judicial acts rather than mere folklore. Michelet advocates for a sympathetic understanding of sorceresses, portraying them as figures of natural power and defenders of ancient traditions that the Church sought to eradicate. He sets the stage for a broader discourse on the intersection of gender, spirituality, and the harsh realities faced by women who were often scapegoated in times of trouble. The tone is a blend of historical memoir, philosophical discourse, and cultural critique, establishing a complex narrative that invites readers to reconsider the legacy of witchcraft and its implications for women's identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Subject Satanism -- History -- To 1500
Subject Witchcraft -- History -- To 1500
Subject Demonomania -- History -- To 1500
Subject Superstition -- History -- To 1500
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EBook-No. 41486
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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