The Witch Hunt in Early Modern Europe

Why does an entire society believe that there are witches who must be burned? What roles did the emerging 'state', the professions of clerics and jurists, and the public involved play in each case? And how could this project be completed?

Lucy Worsley re-investigates some of the most dramatic chapters in British history. She uncovers forgotten witnesses, re-examines old evidence and follows new clues. Who killed the Princes in the tower in 1483? What actually caused the Black Death? Why did a witch craze sweep 16th century Britain? Was George III really mad? These are some of the most enduring and perplexing questions that have baffled academics and fascinated history fans for years - and this series sees historian Lucy Worsley turn sleuth by reopening and completely re-evaluating these infamous mysteries. The factual series unfolds like a thrilling investigation - keeping audiences guessing at every twist and turn.

Lucy Worsley re-investigates some of the most dramatic chapters in British history. She uncovers forgotten witnesses, re-examines old evidence and follows new clues. Who killed the Princes in the tower in 1483? What actually caused the Black Death? Why did a witch craze sweep 16th century Britain? Was George III really mad? These are some of the most enduring and perplexing questions that have baffled academics and fascinated history fans for years - and this series sees historian Lucy Worsley turn sleuth by reopening and completely re-evaluating these infamous mysteries. The factual series unfolds like a thrilling investigation - keeping audiences guessing at every twist and turn.