Do Witch-Hunters Still Exist Today?
Witch-hunting stories have inspired countless books and movies. Although they seem to belong to the past, witch-hunting is still a reality in many countries.
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Witch-hunting stories have inspired countless books and movies. Although they seem to belong to the past, witch-hunting is still a reality in many countries.
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