446. “We Get All Our Great Stuff from Europe — Including Witch Hunting.”
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Revisiting Historical Fears: Witch Hunting and Modern Society
This chapter explores the historical context of witch hunting in Europe and its unexpected links to contemporary societal anxieties. Through this analysis, the discussion reveals how past events inform current behaviors and issues, highlighting the continuity in human nature.
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