Dr. John Dee

Dr. John Dee is a biography written by Cheiro about the life of the famous English mathematician, astronomer, and occultist, Dr. John Dee. The book takes the reader on a journey through Dee's life, from his early years as a scholar at Cambridge University to his later years as an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. Cheiro explores Dee's fascination with the occult and his attempts to communicate with angels through a series of scrying sessions with his colleague, Edward Kelley. The book also delves into Dee's interest in alchemy, his travels throughout Europe, and his involvement in political intrigue. Throughout the book, Cheiro provides insight into Dee's character, painting a picture of a man who was both brilliant and deeply flawed. The book also includes several illustrations and diagrams that help to explain Dee's theories and practices. Overall, Dr. John Dee is a fascinating look at the life of one of the most enigmatic figures of the Renaissance era, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, the occult, or early modern Europe.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysteries and Romances of the World's Greatest Occultists, by Cheiro . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132463.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: Cheiro
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 38
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9781168657046

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