The rise of witchcraft: why the magic of the past still enchants us

Whether it is protesters dressed up as witches at demonstrations, or influencers concocting potions on TikTok, there is no denying that witchcraft is having a moment. Witches have been part of the popular imagination for hundreds of years, with many paying a heavy price because of accusations of black magic. However, it wasn’t until the early 20th century that the modern pagan religion known as Wicca was born.