The English Magicians: Roger Bacon, Dr. John Dee And William Lilly

By William Henry Davenport Adams

Book Overview

The English Magicians: Roger Bacon, Dr. John Dee And William Lilly is a book written by W. H. Davenport Adams that delves into the lives and works of three prominent English magicians from different eras. The book begins with Roger Bacon, a 13th-century philosopher and scientist who was known for his interest in alchemy and astrology. It then moves on to Dr. John Dee, a 16th-century mathematician and occultist who served as an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I and was famous for his attempts to communicate with angels. Finally, the book explores the life of William Lilly, a 17th-century astrologer who gained widespread fame for his accurate predictions and was consulted by many prominent figures of the time. Throughout the book, Adams provides a detailed account of each magician's life, their beliefs and practices, and the impact they had on the world of magic and occultism. He also examines the cultural and historical context in which they lived, shedding light on the intellectual, scientific, and religious movements of their respective periods. Overall, The English Magicians: Roger Bacon, Dr. John Dee And William Lilly is a fascinating exploration of three influential figures in the history of English magic and a must-read for anyone interested in the occult, astrology, or the history of science and philosophy.THIS 182 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Witch, Warlock and Magician, by W. H. Davenport Adams. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766146715.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: 116291324X
• ISBN13: 9781162913247
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"