{"product_id":"9781473654662","title":"The Bewitching","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bewitching\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gripping tale set in a Fenland village, where the boundaries of reality blur amidst the rising tide of hysteria. At the heart of the story is Alice Samuel, an elderly woman whose life takes a perilous turn after a visit to her enigmatic new neighbours, the Squire Throckmorton's family. Accusations of witchcraft quickly spiral out of control when one of the Squire's daughters claims that Alice is a witch, igniting a wildfire of fear and suspicion in the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Alice grapples with the sudden hostility directed at her, she becomes increasingly aware that the Throckmortons may be concealing dark secrets. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Martha, the maid, who witnesses the strange occurrences within the household but finds herself trapped in a web of silence and doubt. As the village succumbs to paranoia, the story delves into themes of \u003cstrong\u003efear\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epersecution\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the devastating consequences of \u003cstrong\u003eunfounded accusations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFear and Hysteria:\u003c\/strong\u003e The novel vividly illustrates how fear can grip a community and lead to irrational behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersecution:\u003c\/strong\u003e It explores the impact of societal pressures and the ease with which individuals can become scapegoats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecrets and Betrayal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hidden truths within the Squire's household serve as a catalyst for the unfolding drama.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"A haunting reflection on the fragility of truth in a world overshadowed by suspicion.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciate the intricate character studies found in works such as \u003cit\u003eThe Crucible\u003c\/it\u003e by Arthur Miller or \u003cit\u003eThe Witchfinder's Sister\u003c\/it\u003e by Beth Underdown will find \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bewitching\u003c\/strong\u003e a compelling addition to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hodder \u0026 Stoughton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482694410572,"sku":"9781473654662","price":263.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781473654662_front.webp?v=1766416335","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-no\/products\/9781473654662","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}