The Witchcraft Trial In Moscow

By Friedrich Adler

Book Overview

""The Witchcraft Trial in Moscow"" by Friedrich Adler is a historical account of the infamous witchcraft trial that took place in Moscow in 1692. The book delves into the political, social and cultural context of the trial, exploring the tensions between the Orthodox Church and the emerging intellectual elite of the time. Adler provides a detailed analysis of the trial itself, examining the accusations, the evidence presented and the verdicts. He also explores the wider implications of the trial, including its impact on the development of Russian law and the role of superstition in society. This book offers a fascinating insight into a little-known aspect of Russian history and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and the occult.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432591215
• ISBN13: 9781432591212
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"