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Bruixa Joana Call Witch Joana Call Bibliographic Heritage Series In Andorra, the witch hunt from which Europe suffered at the beginning of the modern era was particularly bloody. Joana Call was tried for 6 days by the Court of Corts during the first great witch hunt in Andorra (1471-1473). From this trial remain some witness statements, the confession of the accused, the rejection of the defense, her testamentary wishes, and the expenses incurred by the court on the day of her execution. From the perspective of an accusation, having a bad reputation was fundamental. Thus, witnesses were systematically asked if the accused had a reputation as a witch or healer. When answering, some of them had doubts. This story takes us back to a time when people lived and died according to their reputation, and that of their family circle, close or extended. In her confession, Joana admitted having, with others, worshiped the Devil at Boc de Biterna, abjured God, practiced cannibalism and made poisons. Having confessed and knowing she was lost, she claimed to deserve her sentence. She was tortured and quartered. The National Archives of Andorra hold a collection of books recording the proceedings handled by the Court of Corts, extracts from which illustrate the stamp and its sheet outline.
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