Publisher's Synopsis
A Storehouse of Physical and Philosophical Secrets is a book written by John Hester and published in 1633. The book is a compendium of knowledge that covers a wide range of topics, including medicine, alchemy, astrology, and natural philosophy. It is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on physical secrets and the second part on philosophical secrets.The physical secrets section of the book covers topics such as the properties of various herbs and plants, methods for making medicines, and techniques for treating various illnesses. It also includes information on alchemy, including the transmutation of metals and the creation of the philosopher's stone.The philosophical secrets section of the book covers topics such as astrology, natural philosophy, and metaphysics. It includes information on the nature of the universe, the relationship between the planets and human beings, and the properties of the four elements.Overall, A Storehouse of Physical and Philosophical Secrets provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific and philosophical knowledge of its time. It is an important historical document that sheds light on the beliefs and practices of early modern scientists and philosophers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
