Chapter 1 Introduction
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This chapter begins by highlighting the perceived prevalence of demons in almost all aspects of medieval and early modern European life. Expanding on the famous dictum of Stuart Clark that demons were good to think with, it describes both a formal and quotidian epistemology in which demons were acceptable and lived experiences in which demons could play active roles. To minimize repetition between chapters, the introduction also summarizes the roots of medieval Judeo-Christian demonology and its evolution over time and between cultures. It provides a synopsis and references to the current state of research in the field and ends by suggesting how the chapters and main themes of this collection could inspire future research.