Mairi Kidd, Marion Gibson & Steven Veerapen: The Witching Hour Livestream

At a time when women’s rights are once again at threat across the world, it’s perhaps no wonder that our fascination with the witch-hunts of the 1600s still burns bright. Today, we’re joined by Mairi Kidd (Newes of Witches), Marion Gibson (Witchland), and Steven Veerapen (Witches: A King’s Obsession) – the authors of brilliant new books that touch on themes of paranoia, moral panic, and obsession. What can our witch-hunting past warn us about the world of today? Chaired by David Greig.

Watch this livestream event from the Edinburgh International Book Festival at The Mitchell Library and Partick Library (Please note: places are limited at Partick Library and must be booked in advance directly with the Library.)