5 Facts about the History of Witchcraft
Although when we think about witchcraft in history, we think of the accused being burnt alive at the stake, the victims were generally hung. In truth, burning alive was generally reserved for heretics. For instance, the witchcraft hysteria of the late 17th century known as the Salem Witch Trials, in which Rebecca Nurse was executed; all of the accused were hung. Men were also targeted, not just women. Men were given the titles of wizards, warlocks and/or sorcerers. Throughout history, people have been fascinated with witchcraft. Books on how to detect and what witchcraft were. Even King James I wrote a book about witchcraft. Modern folklorists still believe that collecting the teeth of babies and young children will protect them against witches. Men who denied being magic were pressed to death with stones, very slowly. Sources: ~ Mental Floss: 10 Weird Facts About Witches ~ World Book: 10 Facts About the History of Witchcraft