Tag: Social History
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Early Modern Witches: Old and Female?
In today’s cultural lexicon, the word ‘witch’ is largely associated with the image of an elderly woman. But does this image reflect the real people who were tried as witches during the early modern period? Seth Silverberg delves into the historical record to challenge our assumptions and find out.
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The Historiography of Oral History: From Prehistory to the Present
Written by Tristan Craig. Oral History has become a fundamental part of contemporary historical practice. Where do its origins lie? And, what can it offer beyond textual sources?
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Lay Conflicts and Responses to the Protestant Reformation
Written by Nikita Nandanwad. Lay responses to the Protestant Reformation were wide-ranging. Some responded with violent iconoclasm whilst others syncretised their religious beliefs.
Retrospect Journal 