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Join us this week as Dr. Danny Buck explores astrology and the witchcraft trial of Mark Prynne, a tenant farmer accused of witchcraft in the 17th century by Great Yarmouth town clerk Miles Corbett. The discussion considers the perception of astrology during the golden age of astrology and how it influenced the outcomes of witchcraft accusations in Great Yarmouth during the English Civil War. Learn about the intriguing behaviors of local figures like Miles Corbett, John Taylor and Matthew Brooks during the Great Yarmouth witch trials of 1645 and 1646 and other notable historical men like astrologer William Lilly and infamous Witch Finder Matthew Hopkins. The episode addresses the peak and decline of the fear of witchcraft beliefs, reflecting a notable shift in societal attitudes at the end of the trial.
Witch Hunts in Great Yarmouth with Dr. Danny Buck
Presbyterianism, Urban Politics, and Division: The 1645 Great Yarmouth Witch-Hunt in Context
End Witch Hunts at Proctor's Ledge by Mary Bingham
Sign the Petition: MA Witch Hunt Justice Project
www.massachusettswitchtrials.org
Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past, Documentary
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Join us this week as Dr. Danny Buck explores astrology and the witchcraft trial of Mark Prynne, a tenant farmer accused of witchcraft in the 17th century by Great Yarmouth town clerk Miles Corbett. The discussion considers the perception of astrology during the golden age of astrology and how it influenced the outcomes of witchcraft accusations in Great Yarmouth during the English Civil War. Learn about the intriguing behaviors of local figures like Miles Corbett, John Taylor and Matthew Brooks during the Great Yarmouth witch trials of 1645 and 1646 and other notable historical men like astrologer William Lilly and infamous Witch Finder Matthew Hopkins. The episode addresses the peak and decline of the fear of witchcraft beliefs, reflecting a notable shift in societal attitudes at the end of the trial.
Witch Hunts in Great Yarmouth with Dr. Danny Buck
Presbyterianism, Urban Politics, and Division: The 1645 Great Yarmouth Witch-Hunt in Context
End Witch Hunts at Proctor's Ledge by Mary Bingham
Sign the Petition: MA Witch Hunt Justice Project
www.massachusettswitchtrials.org
Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past, Documentary
Support Us! Shop Our Book Shop
Support Us! Sign up as a Super Listener!
End Witch Hunts Movement
Support Us! Buy Witch Trial Merch!
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