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What Greek myth tells us about modern witchcraft

Written by Joel Christensen, Professor of Classical Studies, Brandeis University

Fear about women's power was an essential part of ancient anxiety about witchcraft.Vinicius Rafael / EyeEm via Getty Images

Living on the North Shore in Boston in the fall brings the gorgeous turning of the leaves and pumpkin patches. It is also a time for people to head to nearby Salem, Massachusetts, home of the 17th century infamous witch trials,...

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