Roger Bacon's Letter: Concerning The Marvelous Power Of Art And Nature And The Nullity Of Magic (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162904504)

Roger Bacon's Letter: Concerning The Marvelous Power Of Art And Nature And The Nullity Of Magic is a book written by the philosopher and scientist Roger Bacon. The book is a letter addressed to Pope Clement IV, in which Bacon discusses the power of natural philosophy and the limitations of magic. Bacon argues that the study of nature and the use of reason and experimentation can lead to great discoveries and advancements in science and technology. He also argues that magical practices, such as divination and alchemy, are futile and do not have any real power. The book is a significant work in the history of science and philosophy, as it reflects Bacon's belief in the importance of empirical observation and experimentation in the pursuit of knowledge. It also provides insight into the intellectual debates of the time, particularly the conflict between natural philosophy and magic. Overall, Roger Bacon's Letter: Concerning The Marvelous Power Of Art And Nature And The Nullity Of Magic is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and philosophy, as well as the intellectual climate of the medieval period.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: Roger Bacon
ISBN-10: 116290450X
ISBN-13: 9781162904504
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.17d