Melbourne University purchases 500-year-old book Hammer of Witches that sparked mass killings
Melbourne University purchased the 500-year-old book Hammer of Witches for $152,000, despite its controversial history linked to mass killings. The book, authored by Heinrich Kramer, advocated torture and executions and reportedly led to the deaths of up to 50,000 individuals. University officials aim to use its horrific history to address modern disinformation.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 10:06 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 10:10 UTC
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