"Season of the Witch: Enchantment, Terror, and Deliverance in the City of Love" is a book written by David Talbot. Published in 2012, the book explores the history of San Francisco from the 1960s to the 1980s, focusing on its counterculture movements, political activism, and social changes. Talbot examines various aspects of the city's history during this period, including the rise of the hippie movement, the Summer of Love, the civil rights struggles, the Vietnam War protests, the emergence of the gay rights movement, and the AIDS crisis. The title "Season of the Witch" references a song by Donovan that became an anthem for the counterculture era. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the transformative years of San Francisco and their impact on American culture and society.