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Abuses of Justice

Witch Hunt

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Witch Hunts Amidst Famine and Plague: The 1597 Crisis in Scotland

This chapter explores the turbulent witch hunts in Scotland during 1597, driven by famine and the Black Death. It examines King James's role in the persecution of suspected witches and highlights the flawed justice system that allowed for torture and false confessions fueled by fear and superstition.

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