The History of Magic and Experimental Science V14 - Hardcover

by Lynn Thorndike (Author)

The History of Magic and Experimental Science V14 is a comprehensive book written by Lynn Thorndike. This book is the fourteenth volume in the series and explores the history of magic and experimental science from the 15th century to the 17th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of magic and experimental science during this time period.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of alchemy, astrology, medicine, and natural philosophy. It also discusses the contributions of famous scientists and philosophers such as Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton, and Francis Bacon. The book provides a detailed account of the development of scientific knowledge during this time period, including the emergence of the scientific method and the rise of experimental science.The author, Lynn Thorndike, was a renowned historian of science and medicine. His work on the history of magic and experimental science is considered a classic in the field and has been widely cited by scholars and researchers. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science and the development of scientific knowledge.1923. Volume 14 of 14. The 17th Century: Medicine and Physiology through the Last Decade. The aim of this set is to treat the history of magic and experimental science and their relations to Christian thought during the first thirteen centuries of our era, with special emphasis upon the 12th and 13th centuries. Magic is understood under the broadest sense of the work, as including all occult arts and sciences, superstitions and folklore. The author believes that magic and experimental science have been connected in their development, and within these pages will attempt to prove the same.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.