The Private Diary of Dr. John Dee and the Catalogue of His Library of Alchemical Manuscripts (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163581100)

The Private Diary of Dr. John Dee and the Catalogue of His Library of Alchemical Manuscripts is a book written by James Orchard Halliwell. The book provides a comprehensive look into the life of Dr. John Dee, an English mathematician, astronomer, astrologer, and occult philosopher who lived during the 16th century. The book includes a transcription of Dee's private diary, which offers insights into his personal life and his work as a scholar and practitioner of the occult.In addition to the diary, the book also includes a catalogue of Dee's extensive library of alchemical manuscripts. This library was one of the most significant collections of its kind in Europe during the 16th century, and the catalogue provides a valuable resource for scholars interested in the history of alchemy and the occult.Overall, The Private Diary of Dr. John Dee and the Catalogue of His Library of Alchemical Manuscripts is a fascinating look into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of the occult. It provides a unique perspective on Dee's personal beliefs and practices, as well as his contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and alchemy. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the occult or the life of Dr. John Dee.From the Original Manuscripts in the Ashmolean Museum at Oxford, and Trinity College Library, Cambridge. �������The eminent philosopher of Mortlake.������� �������The publication of this Diary will tend perhaps to set Dee's character in its true light, more than anything that has yet been printed.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: James Orchard Halliwell
ISBN-10: 1163581100
ISBN-13: 9781163581100
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 110
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d