Malleus Maleficarum

Focusing on witchcraft, this influential treatise delves into the beliefs and practices surrounding witches during the late 15th century. Authored by German clergyman Heinrich Kramer, it serves as a guide for identifying, prosecuting, and punishing alleged witches. First published in Speyer in 1486, it reflects the religious and societal attitudes of its time, contributing significantly to the witch hunts that followed in Europe. The work is notable for its detailed examination of witchcraft and its impact on legal and cultural perspectives.