Poppy Corbett
1 book
About the Author
Poppy Corbett is a historian and writer whose work explores the cultural and social dimensions of magic in modern Europe. Drawing on extensive archival research, she examines how beliefs in witchcraft and the supernatural shaped communities in France from the late eighteenth century onward. Her scholarship bridges academic rigor with accessible storytelling, offering readers fresh perspectives on the persistence of magical thinking in an age of rationalism. Corbett’s interdisciplinary approach highlights the intersections of gender, folklore, and state power, illuminating the lived experiences of those accused or fascinated by the occult.
Writing style
rigorous
accessible
interdisciplinary
Books by Poppy Corbett
