History of Magic and Experimental Science Part 14 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780766143180)

The History of Magic and Experimental Science V14 is a comprehensive book written by Lynn Thorndike. It is the fourteenth volume in the series and provides a detailed account of the history of magic and experimental science. The book covers the period from the 16th to the 17th century and provides a detailed analysis of the various developments that took place during this time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the history of magic and experimental science. The topics covered in the book include the rise of experimental science, the development of alchemy, the study of natural philosophy, and the emergence of new scientific ideas. The book also explores the role of magic in the development of science and the impact of scientific discoveries on society.The author, Lynn Thorndike, is a renowned historian of science and has written extensively on the subject. He has used a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a detailed and authoritative account of the history of magic and experimental science. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers.Overall, The History of Magic and Experimental Science V14 is an essential book for anyone interested in the history of science. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the developments that took place during the 16th and 17th centuries and sheds light on the role of magic in the development of science.1923. Volume 14 of 14. The 17th Century: Medicine and Physiology through the Last Decade. The aim of this set is to treat the history of magic and experimental science and their relations to Christian thought during the first thirteen centuries of our era, with special emphasis upon the 12th and 13th centuries. Magic is understood under the broadest sense of the work, as including all occult arts and sciences, superstitions and folklore. The author believes that magic and experimental science have been connected in their development, and within these pages will attempt to prove the same.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: Lynn Thorndike
ISBN-10: 076614318X
ISBN-13: 9780766143180
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/10/2003
Pages: 420
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.08lbs
Size: 11.16h x 8.26w x 0.90d