Rosicrucian Continental History

By Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

Rosicrucian Continental History is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Rosicrucian movement in Europe. The Rosicrucians were a secret society that emerged in the early 17th century and claimed to possess esoteric knowledge and spiritual wisdom. In this book, Waite delves into the origins of the Rosicrucians, their beliefs and practices, and their influence on the cultural and intellectual landscape of Europe. He explores the various Rosicrucian manifestos and texts, as well as the controversies and debates that surrounded the movement. Waite also examines the impact of the Rosicrucians on other secret societies and mystical traditions, such as Freemasonry and alchemy. He provides detailed biographical information on key figures in the Rosicrucian movement, including Johann Valentin Andreae, Michael Maier, and Robert Fludd. Overall, Rosicrucian Continental History is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of esotericism and the occult in Europe. Waite's thorough research and engaging writing style make this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Brotherhood of the Rosy Cross, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459100X.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: 1417957727
• ISBN13: 9781417957729
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"