Dee Lawlor
Author
Dee is a professional writer and editor, based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Coming from a science background, her work is primarily in science communication. However, she has a special interest in history, superstition, and local myths and legends. 'Contagious Enemies: First-hand accounts from the Aberdeen witch trials' is her second book. It recounts the witch trials in Aberdeen that ran from 1596-1597. The book takes the original court records from the witch trails and transcribes and translates them for the modern reader.
Unmasking the Witches of Aberdeen: Contagious Accusations and Persecu…
The Scottish witch trials, a dark chapter in history, unfolded with chilling intensity. From the late 16th to the early 17th century, the city of Aberdeen witnessed a frenzy of accusations and persecutions against those accus...