Publisher's Synopsis
""Dr. John Dee and the Romance of Sorcery"" is a non-fiction book written by Sax Rohmer that explores the life and work of the famous 16th-century English mathematician, astronomer, and occultist, Dr. John Dee. The book delves into Dee's fascination with alchemy, divination, and magic, and his association with Edward Kelley, a fellow occultist who claimed to have the ability to communicate with angels. Rohmer examines Dee's involvement in the court of Queen Elizabeth I, where he served as a scientific advisor and astrologer, as well as his travels across Europe in search of esoteric knowledge. The book also explores the cultural and historical context of Dee's time, including the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the rise of scientific inquiry. Overall, ""Dr. John Dee and the Romance of Sorcery"" offers a fascinating portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure in the history of science and magic.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Romance of Sorcery, by Sax Rohmer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132242.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.
