No Witchcraft for Sale

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1956

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Download PDF

Access Full Guide

Summary

Background

Story Analysis

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Literary Devices

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

When Doris Lessing wrote “No Witchcraft for Sale” in the 1950s, she was interested in communist philosophy. In what ways can this story be interpreted as a critique of capitalism and social class?

Analyze the relationship between Gideon and Teddy. Use examples from the text to explain how it changes over time and how it fits into the story’s broader social context.

What role does religion play in this story? Use examples from the text to support your ideas.