Autumn 2018
Meeting:
MW 1:00pm - 2:20pm / SAV 264
SLN:
16057
Section Type:
Lecture
Instructor:
Catalog Description:
Witchcraft and magical beliefs in Europe considered as a problem in intellectual, social, and legal history. Medieval background, systematization of witchcraft theory in fifteenth century; comparison of learned and popular beliefs; mechanisms of witch trials and inquisitorial procedure; the Faust legend; growth of skepticism and decline of witchcraft in seventeenth century.
GE Requirements Met:
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
October 10, 2025 - 12:08 pm