Brian Copenhaver (272 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. '. . . as when iron is drawn to a magnet, camphor is sucked into hot air, crystal lights up in the Sun, sulfur and a volatile liquid are kindled by flame, an empty eggshell filled with dew is raised towards the Sun . . .'This rich, fascinating anthology of the western magical tradition stretches from its roots in the wizardry of the Old Testament and the rituals of the ancient world, through writers such as Thomas Aquinas, John Milton, John Dee and Matthew Hopkins, and up to the tangled, arcane beginnings of the scientific revolution. Arranged historically, with commentary, this book includes incantations, charms, curses, Golems, demons and witches, as well as astrology, divination and alchemy, with some ancient and medieval works which were once viewed as too dangerous even to open. Selected and translated with an introduction and notes by Brian Copenhaver.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rich, strange anthology of the western magical tradition, from the Old Testament to Doctor Faustus and Paradise Lost'. . . as when iron is drawn to a magnet, camphor is sucked into hot air, crystal lights up in the Sun, sulfur and a volatile liquid are kindled by flame, an empty eggshell filled with dew is raised towards the Sun . . .'An odd feature of the Bible is that it is full of stories featuring forms of magic and possession - from Joseph battling with Pharaoh's wizards to the supernatural actions of Jesus and his disciples. As, over the following centuries, the Christian church attempted to stamp out 'deviant' practices, there was a persistent interest in magic that drew strength from this Biblical validation. A strange blend of mumbo-jumbo, fraud and deeply serious study, magic was central to the European Renaissance, fascinating many of its greatest figures.Brian Copenhaver's wonderful anthology will be welcomed by everyone from those with the most casual interest in the magical tradition to anyone drawn to the Renaissance and the tangled, arcane roots of the scientific tradition. This rich, fascinating anthology of the western magical tradition stretches from its roots in the wizardry of the Old Testament and the rituals of the ancient world, through writers such as Thomas Aquinas, John Milton, John Dee and Matthew Hopkins, and up to the tangled, arcane beginnings of the scientific revolution. Arranged historically, with commentary, this book includes incantations, charms, curses, Golems, demons and witches, as well as astrology, divination and alchemy, with some ancient and medieval works which were once viewed as too dangerous even to open. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Spine heel of dust jacket and book slightly water soiled. From the library of Prof. John Scarborough, School of Pharmacy and Department of Classics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, with his name and date on front flyleaf.

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Condition: New. Num Pages: 704 pages. BIC Classification: HBTB; HRQX2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 35. Weight in Grams: 480. . 2016. Illustrated. paperback. . . . .

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Condition: New. Num Pages: 704 pages. BIC Classification: HBTB; HRQX2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 35. Weight in Grams: 480. . 2016. Illustrated. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: Very Good. The Renaissance is seen as a brilliant moment in the development of Western civilization. However, relatively little attention has been devoted to the contributions of philosophy to Renaissance culture. This volume includes coverage of Marsilio Ficino, Justus Lipsius, Erasmus and Machiavelli. Series: A History of Western Philosophy. Num Pages: 464 pages, line drawings. BIC Classification: HPCB; JFCX. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 141 x 30. Weight in Grams: 632. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear, remains very good. 1992. paperback. . . . .…

Condition: Very Good. The Renaissance is seen as a brilliant moment in the development of Western civilization. However, relatively little attention has been devoted to the contributions of philosophy to Renaissance culture. This volume includes coverage of Marsilio Ficino, Justus Lipsius, Erasmus and Machiavelli. Series: A History of Western Philosophy. Num Pages: 464 pages, line drawings. BIC Classification: HPCB; JFCX. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 141 x 30. Weight in Grams: 632. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear, remains very good. 1992. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…