Nothing brings people together like a common enemy—and in 16th-century Scotland, witches were the greatest enemy of all.
In How to Kill a Witch, authors Zoe Venditozzi and Claire Mitchell, hosts of the acclaimed Witches of Scotland podcast, uncover the chilling origins of witch hunts and the patriarchal systems that fueled them.
Scotland, 1563: crops failed, people starved, and fear ruled. When the Witchcraft Act made violence against women a legal tool of control, thousands were accused and executed. What began as superstition became a weaponized system of power.
Blending historical documents, trial records, and firsthand accounts, How to Kill a Witch reveals how misogyny, bureaucracy, and religious fervor combined to persecute women—and how those same forces echo in today’s struggles for justice and equality.
This hardcover edition presents a darkly humorous, deeply researched, and powerful account that urges readers to remember the past—and recognize its modern parallels.
Why readers love it
·A gripping, accessible look at one of history’s darkest chapters
·Sharp feminist perspective with wit and clarity
·Perfect for readers of The Witches by Stacy Schiff or Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez
·Written by the hosts of the Witches of Scotland podcast
·A stunning hardcover edition for nonfiction collectors
Early reader praise
·“A fascinating, enraging, and unexpectedly funny deep dive into witch trials.”
·“Essential reading for anyone interested in women’s history and power.”
·“Turns a dark past into a rallying cry for justice.”
Add to cart now if you love
·History that reads like a thriller
·Feminist nonfiction and true stories of resilience
·Books that challenge power and reclaim women’s voices
·Collectible hardcovers that spark conversation