This major work offers a new interpretation of the witchcraft beliefs of European intellectuals between the fifteenth and eighteenth centuries, showing how these beliefs fitted rationally with other beliefs of the period and how far the nature of rationality is dependent on its historical context.

Ever wondered what goes into Goona Goona oil? Wanted to know how to make your own Kiss Me Quick floor wash? In this easy to use formulary you can find recipes for almost 200 different conjure formulas according to old-fashioned methods. Instructions, history and tables of substitution are all included. Make some magic with The Conjure Cookbook. It is a brand new formulary of traditional conjure style recipes!Included are formulas for famous mixtures such as --Come To MeVan VanBend OverFollow Me BoySpecial Oil #20ControllingGoofer DustRoad OpenerHot FootFiery Wall of ProtectionAttractionSpell BreakerCast Off EvilPeaceLady LuckMoney Drawing...And many, many more!

The first major socio-cultural study of manuscript letters and letter-writing practices in early modern England. Daybell examines a crucial period in the development of the English vernacular letter before Charles I's postal reforms in 1635, one that witnessed a significant extension of letter-writing skills throughout society.

"Loveland examines the "Universal history" in its cultural context to provide the most detailed picture to date of the world of British encyclopedias in the first half of the eighteenth century."--Page [4] of printed paper wrapper.