The Extraordinary History of Witches
Discover the spellbinding history of witches.

Travel through time and across the globe to discover bewitching tales of historical witch trials, folklore, and potions. Featuring immersive storytelling from author Hazel Atkinson, this audiobook covers everything from the origin of the word “witch” to the modern-day beliefs of Wiccans. Meet magical women, and hear about different forms of magic, from Ancient Egyptian Heka to South American Brujeria.

This audiobook delves into the ways women have been unfairly treated throughout history. Subjects such as witch hunts and trials are covered sensitively and appropriately for the age group. With magic, mystery and a whole lot of history at your fingertips, this audiobook will leave listeners totally charmed.

Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. Her work draws on folklore and classical myth. She's been placed in competitions including the V S Pritchett Memorial prize and H G Wells Short Story Competition.

Professor Diane Purkiss is an Australian historian who is Professor of English Literature at Oxford. Her interests include the supernatural, especially witchcraft, children's literature, folklore, and fairytale.

©2025 Hazel Atkinson (P)2025 DK Audio
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The Extraordinary History of Witches
Discover the spellbinding history of witches.

Travel through time and across the globe to discover bewitching tales of historical witch trials, folklore, and potions. Featuring immersive storytelling from author Hazel Atkinson, this audiobook covers everything from the origin of the word “witch” to the modern-day beliefs of Wiccans. Meet magical women, and hear about different forms of magic, from Ancient Egyptian Heka to South American Brujeria.

This audiobook delves into the ways women have been unfairly treated throughout history. Subjects such as witch hunts and trials are covered sensitively and appropriately for the age group. With magic, mystery and a whole lot of history at your fingertips, this audiobook will leave listeners totally charmed.

Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. Her work draws on folklore and classical myth. She's been placed in competitions including the V S Pritchett Memorial prize and H G Wells Short Story Competition.

Professor Diane Purkiss is an Australian historian who is Professor of English Literature at Oxford. Her interests include the supernatural, especially witchcraft, children's literature, folklore, and fairytale.

©2025 Hazel Atkinson (P)2025 DK Audio
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The Extraordinary History of Witches

The Extraordinary History of Witches

by Hazel Atkinson

Narrated by Evie Hargreaves

Unabridged

The Extraordinary History of Witches

The Extraordinary History of Witches

by Hazel Atkinson

Narrated by Evie Hargreaves

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Discover the spellbinding history of witches.

Travel through time and across the globe to discover bewitching tales of historical witch trials, folklore, and potions. Featuring immersive storytelling from author Hazel Atkinson, this audiobook covers everything from the origin of the word “witch” to the modern-day beliefs of Wiccans. Meet magical women, and hear about different forms of magic, from Ancient Egyptian Heka to South American Brujeria.

This audiobook delves into the ways women have been unfairly treated throughout history. Subjects such as witch hunts and trials are covered sensitively and appropriately for the age group. With magic, mystery and a whole lot of history at your fingertips, this audiobook will leave listeners totally charmed.

Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. Her work draws on folklore and classical myth. She's been placed in competitions including the V S Pritchett Memorial prize and H G Wells Short Story Competition.

Professor Diane Purkiss is an Australian historian who is Professor of English Literature at Oxford. Her interests include the supernatural, especially witchcraft, children's literature, folklore, and fairytale.

©2025 Hazel Atkinson (P)2025 DK Audio

Product Details

BN ID: 2940192967324
Publisher: Penguin Random House
Publication date: 08/05/2025
Edition description: Unabridged
Age Range: 8 - 11 Years
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