Tag: inequality


  • Are historical ‘witches’ still misrepresented?

    During the 16th and 17th centuries, accusations of ‘bewitching’ would cause fear to ripple through agricultural communities in Scotland and England. Women, and some men, were feared for their alleged ‘supernatural’ abilities to cause harm to crops, food sources, animals and people. It’s clear they were not guilty of the crimes they were accused of,…