Dr. John Dee

By The Benedictine Brethren of Glendalough

Book Overview

Dr. John Dee is a book written by The Benedictine Brethren of Glendalough that explores the life and work of John Dee, a renowned mathematician, astronomer, and occultist who lived in the 16th century. The book delves into Dee's early life, his education, and his various accomplishments in the fields of mathematics and astronomy, including his work as an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. The book also explores Dee's fascination with the occult and his belief in the existence of angels and demons. It discusses his attempts to communicate with these entities through various means, including the use of a scrying stone and the development of a system of angelic magic known as Enochian magic. Throughout the book, The Benedictine Brethren of Glendalough provide a detailed and well-researched account of Dee's life and work, drawing on a variety of historical sources and scholarly research. They also offer their own insights and interpretations of Dee's beliefs and practices, providing a unique perspective on this fascinating figure from history. Overall, Dr. John Dee is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the most intriguing figures of the Renaissance era, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of this remarkable man.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Romantic Biography of the Age of Elizabeth or Sketches of Life from the Bye Ways of History V1, by The Benedictine Brethren of Glendalough . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766163121.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: 1425461611
• ISBN13: 9781425461614
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"