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Prepare for an autumnal must-read that delves into the chilling tale of the Pendle witches. On 20 August 1612, a crowd gathered at Lancaster's Gallows Hill to witness the execution of ten individuals from Pendle. These unfortunate souls had endured months of accusations, imprisonment, and torture, with one even perishing in Lancaster Castle's dungeons before trial.
Whilst a thriving tourism industry now surrounds the former home of these alleged witches, our understanding of the events has long been coloured by a single, biased account: Thomas Potts' 'Wonderfull Discoverie of Witches'. Now, Sunday Times bestselling author Carol Ann Lee brings her true crime expertise to bear on this centuries-old mystery, unearthing startling new evidence and shedding fresh light on the shadowy figures at its heart.
Lee's meticulous research peels back layers of superstition and conjecture, revealing the harsh realities faced by two warring families, each led by a formidable widow practising as a 'cunning woman'. The book expertly dissects their lives, alleged crimes, and the subsequent trial and executions, whilst also tackling enduring enigmas such as the legend of Malkin Tower and the final resting place of the condemned.
This groundbreaking work promises to transport readers on a spine-tingling journey into the dark heart of England's most infamous witch trial, offering an unparalleled glimpse into a chapter of history that continues to captivate and unsettle in equal measure.
Book ISBN: | 9781789465839 |
Book Author: | Carol Ann Lee |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | John Blake Publishing Ltd |
Book Publisher: | John Blake Publishing Ltd |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-10-10 |
Book Pagination: | 416 pages |
Book Weight: | 0g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’