A rare and notorious guide to torturing witches has landed in Australia
A rare 1494 copy of Heinrich Kramer’s notorious witch-hunting manual, Malleus Maleficarum, has been acquired by the University of Melbourne for $160,000. Curator Susan Millard highlighted its significance for academic research and printing history. Originally published with a papal decree, the book has influenced witch trials and popular culture for over 500 years.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 08:30 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 08:40 UTC
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