Paracelsus: Life and Prophecies (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163582633)

Paracelsus: Life and Prophecies is a biography of the renowned 16th-century physician and alchemist, Paracelsus, written by Franz Hartmann. The book delves into the life of Paracelsus, exploring his contributions to medicine, chemistry, and philosophy. It also examines his spiritual beliefs and prophecies, which were often controversial and sometimes led to persecution. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Paracelsus' teachings and ideas, including his belief in the healing power of nature and his rejection of traditional medical practices. Hartmann draws on historical documents and primary sources to create a vivid portrait of this fascinating figure and his impact on the world of science and spirituality. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, alchemy, or the occult.This book is the often-cited, comprehensive, very readable survey of the life and thought of that outstanding occultist, physician, alchemist and Rosicrucian: Paracelsus (1493-1541). Included in this work is Paracelsus' own rare book, PROPHECIES, OCCULT SYMBOLS and MAGIC FIGURES.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: Franz Hartmann
ISBN-10: 1163582638
ISBN-13: 9781163582633
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 298
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d