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Gibson (U. of Exeter, Cornwall, England) combines a selection of 30-plus literary and historical works to show how diversely witchcraft was understood in England in the 16th, 17th and early 18th centuries. The text includes annotated extracts from famous texts Macbeth , Doctor Faustus , The Faerie Queen and lesser known works, including private papers, court records, and fictional pieces. Gibson introduces each text with a short essay discussing its origin and context. Footnotes provide a glossary, explanations of difficult syntax, extra information and comment on textual problems. An extensive bibliography lists all works reproduced in the book and resources for further reading. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
