Wood, J. Maxwell (John Maxwell) -1925 creator Copland, John 1854-1929 text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Witchcraft and Superstitious Record in the South-Western District of Scotland" by J. Maxwell Wood is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of folk beliefs and practices related to witchcraft, fairies, and superstitions that permeated life in Dumfriesshire and Galloway. It delves into the customs and narratives associated with witchcraft, chronicling trials, folklore, and the societal impact of these beliefs on the people living in this region. The opening of the volume sets the stage for an in-depth examination of the concept of traditional witchcraft, illustrating how deeply ingrained and influential superstition was in the daily lives of the local populace. It describes the idea of witches and warlocks as part of secret societies, participating in dark rituals and midnight gatherings. The author uses vivid language to evoke the atmosphere of fear and awe that witches inspired, highlighting their association with the supernatural and their purported ability to alter reality through malevolent spells. This rich introduction invites readers into a world where folklore and the supernatural intertwine with the historical record of the trials and tribulations faced by those accused of witchcraft. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Traditional witchcraft described -- Witch narrative -- Witchcraft trials and persecution -- Fairies and brownies -- Wraiths and warnings -- Death customs and funeral ceremony -- Ghost lore and haunted houses -- Appendix: (a) Surprising story of the Devil of Glenluce. (b) A true relation of an apparitions which infested the house of Andrew Mackie, Ringcroft of Stocking, Parish of Rerwick, etc. (c) The Laird o' Coul's ghost. Release date is 2013-10-17 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Scotland Witchcraft -- Scotland BF Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43966 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43966 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134017.0 43966