First published in 1830, 'Demonology and Witchcraft' is essential reading to students of the occult.
Scott's treatise on demonology explores the prevalence of belief in witchcraft in the Middle Ages. He focuses on instances of demonology in Western Europe with emphasis on France and in Sweden. His intimate knowledge of early Scottish culture and practices gives a singular importance to chapters concerned with his native land.
Scott died two years after publication in 1832. The book has been reprinted frequently. It is considered a classic study of witchcraft.