Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials by Marion Gibson is a fascinating global history of witch trials across the world (4/5 stars)

Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials by Marion Gibson is a fascinating global history of witch trials across the world.

Of course the Salem witch trials are included in this book, but the majority of the trials were new to me. Some of the lesser-known trials include: Norway in the 1620s, 1731 France, and even in 1929 Pennsylvania.

I’m definitely keeping this one on my shelf as a reference copy. I really appreciated that there are several reference photos included in the center of the paperback version of the book. I did a blended read where I borrowed the audiobook from my library and followed along in my physical copy. That’s often my preferred method for reading non-fiction. I thought Rose Akroyd did a good job narrating.

If you’re looking for an engrossing history read for spooky month, this is a great option!

CW: references to torture, death by hanging, etc

I received a complimentary review copy from Simon Books. All opinions contained herein are my own.

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