The Malleus Maleficarum

The Malleus Maleficarum serves as a notorious guide for identifying and prosecuting witches, crafted by Inquisitors Heinrich Kramer and James Sprenger during the late 15th century. This influential text aimed to support the Inquisition's efforts to root out perceived threats to the Church and society, reflecting the dark historical context of witch hunts and the persecution of those deemed undesirable. Its chilling insights into the mindset of its authors reveal the intense fear and superstition prevalent during this tumultuous period.