A review by ostrava
Witches, Werewolves, and Fairies: Shapeshifters and Astral Doubles in the Middle Ages by Claude Lecouteux

2.0

That title had lead me to believe this was going to be a simple inquiry on the history of folkloric creatures, turns out it's about the soul(s) and its influence on spirituality and superstitions. As such, I can't help but feel a bit more indifferent on the results than I had anticipated. And though it's well-researched it's also a bit messy in presentation for my taste.

It's also worth mentioning that I do not posses the current tools to either confirm or deny the claims made in this book. I wouldn't be surprised if didn't correspond with reality because they're way too convoluted.

So I'm going to give it 2 stars because it didn't convince me, but don't let that stop you from trying it out, it's probably me and not the book.