Reginald Scot - The Discoverie of Witchcraft

First Edition, limited to 150 numbered copies
 
The Discoverie of Witchcraft, published by Reginald Scot in 1584, is a groundbreaking work that challenges the existence of witchcraft and the widespread persecution of alleged witches. It is special for its comprehensive documentation of magical practices, spells, and conjurations, making it one of the earliest compendiums of magic and witchcraft. While aiming to debunk superstitions, Scot meticulously catalogued the occult knowledge of his time, preserving a wealth of information about historical magical traditions. The book promotes scepticism and rationalism while serving as an invaluable resource on early modern occultism.
 
Scot was deeply motivated by a desire to oppose the irrational and un-Christian prosecution of alleged witches. He held the Roman Catholic Church largely responsible for perpetuating these superstitions and targeted prominent writers such as Jean Bodin, author of Démonomanie des Sorciers, and Jacobus Sprenger, co-author of the infamous Malleus Maleficarum. In contrast, Scot respected figures like Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa and Johann Weyer, adopting some of their more rational views on demonology.
This hand-numbered edition of The Discoverie of Witchcraft is designed to be more than just a book—they are works of art, carefully crafted to enhance your reading experience and to be cherished as heirlooms.  You are securing a piece of history, elegantly presented and meticulously produced.
 
Quarter-bound with finely crafted cloth spines and gold-tooled title labels
Cover boards adorned with stunning marbled paper for a classic, sophisticated look
Enhanced with gold gilding and two premium ribbon bookmarks
Limited to 150 hand-numbered copies, ensuring exclusivity and value
Dimensions: 245 by 175 mm (9.65 by 6.89 inches)
Gilded edges