

The History of Witches in Europe
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Explore one of the darkest periods in European history: The Witch Hunt.
Delve into the heart of history with this captivating lecture, exploring the great witch hunts that left their mark on Europe from the 15th to the 17th centuries. Learn how religious and social tensions forged the diabolical image of witches, find out why women were the main victims, and gain an understanding of the relentless mechanisms of the era’s judicial system. A unique opportunity to examine the issues and impact of this intense hunt that was part of our shared history!
Emmanuelle Friant
Emmanuelle Friant, Ph.D., holds a doctorate in modern history and a degree in English and North American studies. Founder of the Collectif d’Anthropologie et d’Histoire du Spirituel et des Affects (CAHSA), she specializes in the study of European and North American mindsets, sensibilities, and sociocultural and religious practices. She is a lecturer and has also taught history at the university level for 12 years, including 6 years at the Université de Montréal.
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In French
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Explore one of the darkest periods in European history: The Witch Hunt.
Delve into the heart of history with this captivating lecture, exploring the great witch hunts that left their mark on Europe from the 15th to the 17th centuries. Learn how religious and social tensions forged the diabolical image of witches, find out why women were the main victims, and gain an understanding of the relentless mechanisms of the era’s judicial system. A unique opportunity to examine the issues and impact of this intense hunt that was part of our shared history!
Emmanuelle Friant
Emmanuelle Friant, Ph.D., holds a doctorate in modern history and a degree in English and North American studies. Founder of the Collectif d’Anthropologie et d’Histoire du Spirituel et des Affects (CAHSA), she specializes in the study of European and North American mindsets, sensibilities, and sociocultural and religious practices. She is a lecturer and has also taught history at the university level for 12 years, including 6 years at the Université de Montréal.
Not to be missed!
In French
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- No refunds
- Exchanges
- No exchanges
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