Witchcraft and Magic in Europe During the Middle Ages
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This well written 16 page paper, including 1 page synopsis, considers how historians of Europe can look at criminal justice or inquisitorial records in order to investigate what beliefs in witchcraft and magic existed during in the Middle Ages. The paper examines what these records show what the beliefs were along with how and why they may have developed. The paper includes geographical differences in the manifestation of the beliefs between mainland Europe and England, the motivations of accusers and how the stereotypes where able to gain afoot hold that would later developing into what is known as “the burning times”. The bibliography cites 15 sources.
Filename: TEwitchM.rtf

World Exploration During the Reign of Queen Elizabeth I
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A 7 page overview of English exploration of the world during the late sixteenth century. Gives a brief description of political unrest in England during this time period. Emphasizes the voyages of Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Francis Drake. Describes the difficulties early explorers and colonists faced in the 'New World.' Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: Worldex.rtf

Wyatt’s Rebellion
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An 8 page paper which examines Wyatt’s Rebellion in 1554. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAwyee.rtf

“A World Lit Only by Fire” by William Manchester
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A 5 page paper which examines “A World Lit Only by Fire” by William Manchester. The paper examines the political and religious status quo of the time, and the Reformation which Manchester refers to as “The Shattering.” No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAlitfre.rtf

“Braveheart”: Fact and Fiction
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A 5 page paper which examines the historical changes made by the director in order to appeal to the audience. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbrav1.rtf

“Century of Revolution, 1603-1714” by Christopher Hill
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A 5 page summary and review of Christopher Hill’s “Century of Revolution, 1603-1714” which outlines some of the conditions in 17th century Europe. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAhill17.rtf

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