Dr. John Dee And The Romance Of Sorcery

""Dr. John Dee and the Romance of Sorcery"" by Sax Rohmer is a fascinating exploration of the life and work of one of the most enigmatic figures in English history. John Dee was a renowned mathematician, astronomer, and astrologer who served as an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. He was also a practitioner of alchemy and magic, and his quest for knowledge and power led him on a journey that took him from the courts of Europe to the depths of the occult underworld.In this book, Rohmer delves into the fascinating world of Elizabethan magic and explores the role that Dee played in shaping it. He examines Dee's relationship with the notorious occultist Edward Kelley, and their attempts to communicate with angels through a series of scrying sessions. He also looks at Dee's involvement in the court intrigues of the time, and his attempts to use his knowledge of magic to gain power and influence.Throughout the book, Rohmer paints a vivid picture of the Elizabethan era and the world of magic and sorcery that existed alongside it. He draws on a wealth of historical sources to provide a detailed and engaging account of Dee's life and work, and his influence on the development of occultism in England.""Dr. John Dee and the Romance of Sorcery"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of magic and the occult, and the role that it played in shaping the world we live in today.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.