Emanuel Swedenborg

Emanuel Swedenborg: Scientist and Mystic is a comprehensive biography of the life and work of Emanuel Swedenborg, written by Signe Toksvig. The book explores Swedenborg's fascinating career as a scientist, inventor, and philosopher, as well as his spiritual journey and mystical experiences.The biography begins with Swedenborg's early life and education, including his studies in mathematics, astronomy, and physics. It then delves into his groundbreaking scientific discoveries and inventions, such as the first submarine and the theory of the brain as the seat of the soul.The book also explores Swedenborg's spiritual awakening and mystical experiences, which led him to become a visionary and spiritual teacher. Toksvig examines his beliefs about God, the afterlife, and the nature of reality, as well as his influence on the development of spiritualism and the New Age movement.Throughout the book, Toksvig draws on a range of primary sources, including Swedenborg's own writings and letters, as well as contemporary accounts of his life and work. She also provides a detailed analysis of the cultural and historical context in which Swedenborg lived, offering readers a rich and nuanced understanding of his contributions to both science and spirituality.Overall, Emanuel Swedenborg: Scientist and Mystic is an engaging and informative biography that will appeal to anyone interested in the life and work of this remarkable figure.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.