Famous Occultists: Dr. John Dee, Franz Anton Mesmer, and Thomas Lake Harris (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417986224)

""Famous Occultists: Dr. John Dee, Franz Anton Mesmer, and Thomas Lake Harris"" by G. M. Hort is a book that delves into the lives and practices of three well-known individuals in the world of occultism. The book begins with an exploration of Dr. John Dee, an English mathematician, astronomer, and astrologer who was known for his work with Queen Elizabeth I and his interest in alchemy and the supernatural. The next section focuses on Franz Anton Mesmer, a German physician who developed the theory of animal magnetism and is credited with creating the practice of hypnotism. The final section of the book covers Thomas Lake Harris, an American spiritual leader who founded a utopian community in New York and was known for his mystical teachings and visions. Throughout the book, the author provides historical context and detailed descriptions of the occult practices and beliefs of each of these figures. The book is a fascinating exploration of the lives and legacies of three influential occultists.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: G. M. Hort,W. P. Swainson
ISBN-10: 1417986220
ISBN-13: 9781417986224
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d