Appollonius Of Tyana (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162827612)

The book ""Apollonius of Tyana"" by Mrs. St. Clair Stobart is a biography of the famous Greek philosopher and mystic, Apollonius of Tyana. The book explores the life and teachings of Apollonius, who lived in the first century AD and was renowned for his wisdom, miraculous powers, and travels throughout the ancient world.The author delves into the historical context of Apollonius' time, discussing the political and social climate of the Roman Empire and the religious traditions of the era. She also examines the sources of information about Apollonius, including the writings of his contemporaries and later historians.The book covers Apollonius' childhood and early years, his travels to India and other parts of the world, and his encounters with various religious and philosophical traditions. The author explores Apollonius' teachings on ethics, morality, and spirituality, as well as his reported miracles and supernatural abilities.Throughout the book, Mrs. St. Clair Stobart provides a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Apollonius, acknowledging both his admirers and detractors. She also offers insights into the enduring legacy of Apollonius, who continues to inspire and intrigue people to this day.Overall, ""Apollonius of Tyana"" is a fascinating and informative biography that sheds light on one of the most enigmatic and influential figures of the ancient world.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Torchbearers of Spiritualism, by Mrs. St. Clair Stobart. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766131009.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.

Author: St Clair Stobart
ISBN-10: 1162827610
ISBN-13: 9781162827612
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 20
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.16lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.04d