A riveting historical drama of the first published rape trial in American history and its long, shattering aftermath, revealing how much has changed over two centuries - and how much has not.
John Callow Knihy
Tento autor zkoumá složitost lidské psychiky a společenských vztahů. Jeho díla se vyznačují pronikavým vhledem do lidské povahy a poutavým vypravěčským stylem. S hlubokým porozuměním pro nuance lidské zkušenosti autor vytváří příběhy, které čtenáře nutí k zamyšlení. Jeho psaní je důkazem jeho schopnosti zachytit podstatu lidské existence.
On 29 June 1682, a magpie's unsettling visit to a prosperous Devon merchant sparked fear among his family and servants, who soon believed the bird was a devilish messenger sent by witches to ruin their lives. This led to the wrongful condemnation of three women from Bideford as witches, resulting in their execution—the last of its kind in England. Despite the passage of time, the stigma of witchcraft persisted in Bideford, a town long associated with such beliefs. For over a century, the memory of these women endured, evolving from a source of shame to one of regret and ultimately celebration. Their story was invoked during the 1951 Parliamentary debates that repealed the last witchcraft laws, and their names resonated with the women protesting at Greenham Common. In this work, John Callow delves into the extraordinary transformation of the Bideford Witches' legacy, highlighting their journey from vilification to a symbol of resilience and empowerment in contemporary society.
James Stanley, the 7th Earl of Derby, played a crucial role in the Civil War in Lancashire and held significant governance over the North-West of England for 25 years. As the Lord of the Isle of Man, he wielded quasi-royal powers and cultivated a vibrant court culture marked by poetry, plays, and masques, reflecting the artistic and social dynamics of his time. His influence extended beyond politics, shaping the cultural landscape of the region during a tumultuous period in English history.
