The magic of rogues : necromancers in early Tudor England

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"Examines legal documents and magic texts relevant to two cases where authorities in Tudor England confronted practicing magicians. Explores how magicians thought about the world, where they got their ideas, and how their magic was supposed to work"-- Provided by publisher.

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Magicians Legal status, laws, etc. England History 16th century Sources

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Saskatchewan author

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Magic in history sourcebooks series

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ISBN:

9780271089294

Description:

161 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm

Notes:

Canadiana
Includes bibliographical references (pages 143-149) and index

Contents:

William Neville and his magicians : The legal documents
Power, knowledge, and influence : The magic texts
The fellowship of the Mixindale hoard : The legal documents
Treasure hunting : The magic texts

LCCN:

2020051782

Control Number:

3130858

Other Authors:

Wright, Sharon Hubbs, 1963- author

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