Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in the South-Western District of Scotland

Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in the South-Western District of Scotland is a book by J. Maxwell Wood, first published in 1911. This work delves into the dark and fascinating history of witchcraft trials, folklore, and superstitions that shaped the cultural landscape of southwestern Scotland. Drawing on historical records, local legends, and oral traditions, Wood provides a detailed account of how fear and belief in the supernatural influenced the lives of ordinary people.

From accounts of alleged witches and their supposed dealings with the devil to the superstitions that governed daily life, this book offers an intriguing glimpse into a time when magic and reality were deeply intertwined. Beyond its historical narratives, Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in the South-Western District of Scotland serves as an important study of societal fears and the consequences of mass hysteria.

It sheds light on how legal and religious institutions contributed to the persecution of suspected witches and explores the persistence of certain beliefs long after the trials had ended. For readers interested in folklore, Scottish history, and the study of witchcraft, this book remains a compelling and valuable resource.