Apollonius Of Tyana And The Romance Of Sorcery

By Sax Rohmer

Book Overview

Apollonius of Tyana and the Romance of Sorcery is a book written by Sax Rohmer that explores the life and legend of Apollonius of Tyana, a philosopher and mystic who lived in the first century AD. The book delves into the various stories and myths that surround Apollonius, including his supposed ability to perform miracles, communicate with animals, and even travel through time. Rohmer also examines the historical context in which Apollonius lived, including the political and religious climate of the Roman Empire. Throughout the book, Rohmer explores the idea of sorcery and its role in ancient societies, as well as the enduring fascination that people have with the supernatural. The book is a fascinating look at one of the most intriguing figures in ancient history, and it offers a unique perspective on the intersection of religion, philosophy, and mysticism in the ancient world.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Romance of Sorcery, by Sax Rohmer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132242.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425362532
• ISBN13: 9781425362539
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"