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How to Punish a Witch in 16th-Century England
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17 minutes
Released:
Apr 22, 2017
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(Lesley) We've all seen movies burn witches at the stake. But how did England's lawmakers propose to punish these evil-doers? You might be surprised. This week, we explore the various ways a sorcerer or witch could be punished in early modern England.
Released:
Apr 22, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
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