The Virago Book Of Witches
(Author) Shahrukh HusainA collection of more than fifty stories about witches from around the world. There are tales of banshees, crones and beauties in disguise from China, Siberia, the Caribbean, Armenia, Portugal and Australia. The characters featured include Italy's Witch Bea-Witch, Lilith, Kali, and Twitti Glyn Hec. Alluring women, enchantresses, wise old ladies and bewitching women: they are all here and ready to haunt, entice, possess, transform, challenge - and sometimes even to help.
Shahrukh Husain
Shahrukh Husain is a British-Indian author best known for her retelling of classic myths and fairy tales in "The Dancing Hand of God." Her writing style is lyrical and evocative, blending Eastern and Western storytelling traditions. Husain's work has enriched literature by bringing diverse voices and perspectives to the forefront.