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Agnes Finnie - The Witch of the Potterrow Port
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In 1590s Edinburgh, a middle-class shopkeeper became the subject of one of Scotland's most unusual witch trials.
A meticulous historical investigation into one woman's persecution and the religious tensions that condemned her.
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About the Ebook
Mary Craig's meticulous historical investigation uncovers the extraordinary case of Agnes Finnie, a middle-class Edinburgh shopkeeper caught in the machinery of 16th-century witch persecution. Unlike most witchcraft trials, Agnes's case dragged on for months—and Craig reveals why, offering insight into the religious and political turbulence of the Reformation era.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- A gripping microhistory that illuminates the paranoia and violence of the witch-hunt era.
- Mary Craig's meticulous research brings one woman's tragedy to life with empathy and rigour.
- Essential reading for anyone interested in Scottish history, witchcraft, or women's history.
- Explores the intersection of politics, religion, and persecution in the Reformation.
- Timely and relevant—connecting past injustice to contemporary calls for exoneration.
- Expertly written by a working historian with decades of experience.
About the Author
Mary W. Craig is a writer and historian living in Scotland. She is a former Carnegie scholar and a graduate of the University of Glasgow. She is a working historian and writer and specialises in central European history. She has written articles for several journals and gives history talks and lectures across the country.
Publication Details
Publisher: Luath Press
Publication Date: 27/02/2023
Print Length: 272 pages
ISBN (Ebook): 9781804250990
Format: Ebook
Language: English
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