Witch Wood
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Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
24.02.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
240
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,5 cm
Gewicht
396 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7412-191-7
A chill mist drifts over the Scottish Borders, where faith and fear tangle in the shadowed glens. In the heart of seventeenth-century Scotland, a newly arrived minister finds himself confronting not only the stern demands of the Church of Scotland, but also the ancient pagan rituals that linger in the woods and hearts of his parishioners. The world he enters is one of stark contrasts-where Calvinist themes of duty and salvation clash with the wild superstitions of the countryside, and every whispered rumour of witchcraft threatens to ignite a blaze of religious conflict. As the struggle between order and chaos intensifies, the fate of Woodilee parish hangs in the balance, embodied by the solitary figure of David Sempill, whose compassion is tested by the rising tide of suspicion and the relentless grip of the Covenanter movement. This remarkable historical fiction novel, long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, is restored for today's and future generations. The narrative pulses with the tension of a community torn between past and present, illuminating the timeless human struggle to reconcile belief with belonging. Crafted with vivid authenticity, it invites readers to step into a world where every decision is fraught with consequence and every shadow may conceal a deeper truth. The Scottish Borders come alive in atmospheric detail, capturing both the beauty and the brutality of an era shaped by religious upheaval and the enduring power of superstition. A masterpiece of storytelling, recognised for its literary and historical significance, this edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you are drawn by the haunting allure of witchcraft and superstition, the intricate depiction of the Covenanter movement, or the nuanced portrayal of faith under fire, this volume stands as a testament to the enduring resonance of classic literature.
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