Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Henry Cornelius Agrippa: Doctor and Knight, Commonly known as a Magician by Henry Morley is a biographical account of the life of Henry Cornelius Agrippa, a renowned philosopher, theologian, and occultist of the 16th century. Agrippa was a controversial figure in his time due to his interest in the occult and the supernatural, which led to accusations of witchcraft and heresy.The book traces Agrippa's early life, his education, and his rise to fame as a scholar and writer. It also delves into his interest in the occult and his experiments with magic, which were often met with resistance from the church and other authorities.Morley's biography provides a detailed account of Agrippa's life, drawing on historical records and primary sources to paint a vivid portrait of this fascinating figure. The book explores Agrippa's beliefs and ideas, his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, and the impact of his work on the development of occult philosophy.Overall, The Life of Henry Cornelius Agrippa: Doctor and Knight, Commonly known as a Magician is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of magic, the occult, and the Renaissance period.1856. Certainly one of the most sought after and prized works on Agrippa, this book gives a narration of his life and the spirit of his writings. �������I wish to show how the man really lived and what the man wrote.������� Contents: First Impressions; Treats of a Band of Young Conspirators; The Plot and its Issue; How Agrippa, Besieged, Vanished; Cornelius a Doctor of Divinity; Woman the Better Half of Man; Three Books of Magic, an Account of the Principles of Magic; On the Practice of Magic; What is contained in the Second Book of Occult Science; On the Third and Last Book of Occult Science; Two Monks; Agrippa in London; Service with the Council of Pisa; Doctor and Knight at Arms; Beggary.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.
