Witchcraft: A Graphic History: Stories of wise women, healers and magic by Lindsay Squire (Author) and Lisa Salsi (Illustrator)
Biddy Early was born just shy of the 19th century in County Clare, Ireland. She would grow to be a wise woman and, eventually, an accused witch. While she may have worn the mantle of witch proudly, what she was accused of was a seriously and deadly crime of using devil powers to harm others. But Early's magic was not evil or vicious, it was instead used to heal her community. In a shocking twist, witnesses against her recanted their accusations and Early was set free.
Witchcraft: A Graphic History delves into an imagined story of the real Early featuring a an apprentice who is a stand-in for the author Lindsay Squire. Readers will learn from Early about witches, witchcraft, witch hunts, and more that makes up our magical world. Illustrator Lisa Salsi's art is simply enchanting with poignant depictions of the fae, the natural world of Ireland, and the beauty and horrors that people can do.
Witchcraft: A Graphic History is stirring, informative, and inspiring.
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