Investigating Witches and Witchcraft (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781622758777)

The Wicked Witch of the West's cackling threat, "I'll get you, my pretty!" from the Wizard of Oz might be as memorable and instantly recognizable as a witch's iconic pointy-hatted crone image. This volume delves into the stereotypical image of witches and their newts, caldrons, and headwear and investigates their historical origins. Historical fact and imaginative fiction are carefully sorted through, with reference to literature, films, and other forms of pop culture. Modern-day news stories and events remind readers that witches and witchcraft are by no means a thing of the past, though they are ripe for reappraisal.

Author: Therese M. Shea
ISBN-10: 1622758773
ISBN-13: 9781622758777
Publisher: Rosen Education Service
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2014
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.50w x 0.30d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2015 pg. 71