Technologies of Everyday Life: Magical Practices in the Inquisition of Modena xvi-xviith Centuries

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Preachers and synods throughout the Middle Ages denounced a wide range of magical beliefs, but the fullest documentation of these beliefs was produced during the 16th century «reform of popular culture» Heretics and Jews had formed most obvious obstacles to the full Christianization of medieval society, while the «ignorance and superstition» of ordinary people played an increasingly important role in 16th reform programs. A dramatically increased level of surveillance and social control were ...

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