William Shakespeare's Hamlet and Macbeth / The Theme of Supernatural: Ghosts, and Witches
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In 5 pages, the author compares and contrasts the theme of supernatural in 'The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark' and 'The Tragedy of Macbeth' by William Shakespeare. In the plays, there are many themes. One of the most apparent themes in each play is that of the supernatural. There are ghosts in 'The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark,' and there are a ghost, a floating dagger, three witches, and prophetic apparitions in 'The Tragedy of Macbeth.' Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PChammac.doc

Witchcraft and Sex
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A 6 page discussion of witchcraft in the United States. Discusses the misconception that sexual promiscuity and misdeed are an integral part of witchcraft. Concludes that witchcraft accusations are almost always targeted at women and that these accusations can be associated with the tendencies of others to resent anything that is unusual or different. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPwitch.wps

Women & Christian Witch Hunts During The Reformation
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During the Reformation era, persecution of women whom the Catholic Church perceived to be 'witches' was at an all-time high. This 12 page paper examines sociopolitical issues from that time as well as specific theological views on witchery and witchcraft. It is argued that fear and ignorance towards women (i.e., 'the transformation of the witch from wanton woman to bad wife') led to much of the scare and confusion. A final section also compares the persecution of women as witches during the Reformation with that of Jewish people during the same period. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Witchcra.wps