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Part Two: Witches: Witches Were Pretty Cool Even Though They Didn't Really Exist

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

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The Dark History of Witches and Institutional Power

This chapter investigates the historical misconceptions surrounding witches, driven by societal misogyny and the power struggles of the time. It highlights key figures like Heinrich Kramer and Pope Innocent VIII, while also discussing the modern reclamation of the term 'witch' in cultural narratives.

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