The Lancashire Witches - A Romance Of Pendle Forest

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Set against the backdrop of the early seventeenth-century Pendle witch trials, this novel delves into the harrowing tale of women accused of witchcraft. Ainsworth's narrative, originally serialized in 1848, is celebrated as his finest work and remains a significant piece in historical fiction. It offers a compelling glimpse into the era's societal fears and injustices. This edition includes a new biography of Ainsworth, making it an essential read for both history enthusiasts and fans of the author.