Haunted Cosmos

The Dusty Tome: Hansel, Gretel, & The Witch

Jan 24, 2024
Explore the history and relevance of witches and witchcraft, from the abandonment of Hansel and Gretel in the woods to the connection between witchcraft and newborn theft. Delve into the dark tales of witch trials, sorcery, and persecution of midwives. Uncover a supernatural encounter hinting at the dark history of the Pendle-Witch trials.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Abandonment in the Woods
03:11 • 16min
3
The Historical Background of Witchcraft and its Connection to Newborn Theft
18:42 • 2min
4
Witch Trials, Sorcery, and Gruesome Tales
20:42 • 5min
5
The Encounter and Dark Consequences
26:05 • 3min