Scotland’s last witch
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The Tragic Life and Trial of Helen Duncan
This chapter discusses the tragic life of a vulnerable and traumatized woman who was abused and manipulated. The speaker explores the personal tragedy of her life, as well as the larger tragedies of the two world wars. The chapter delves into the psychological complexities of her character, describes her career as a medium, and focuses on her arrest and trial under the witchcraft act.
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