Hermetic Books In The Middle Ages - Lynn Thorndike - Bog

""Hermetic Books in the Middle Ages"" is a comprehensive study of the Hermetic tradition in medieval Europe by Lynn Thorndike. The book explores the origins of Hermeticism, its development during the Middle Ages, and its impact on European culture. The author examines the various Hermetic texts that were translated into Latin during the Renaissance, including the Corpus Hermeticum, the Asclepius, and the Emerald Tablet. Thorndike also discusses the influence of Hermeticism on alchemy, astrology, and other esoteric sciences. The book provides a detailed analysis of the role of Hermeticism in the intellectual and cultural history of Europe, making it an essential resource for scholars and students of medieval history, philosophy, and religion.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The History of Magic and Experimental Science Part 3, by Lynn Thorndike. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766143120.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.