William Lilly's Life And Death Of Charles The First

William Lilly's Life And Death Of Charles The First is a historical account of the life and death of King Charles I of England, written by the renowned astrologer and occultist William Lilly. The book was edited and published by Elias Ashmole, a fellow astrologer and collector of antiquities. The book provides a detailed chronicle of Charles I's reign, from his ascension to the throne in 1625 to his execution in 1649. It covers his political and religious struggles, including his conflicts with Parliament and the Puritans, as well as his personal life, including his marriage to Henrietta Maria and his relationships with his children.Lilly's account is notable for its use of astrology and other occult practices to interpret historical events. He believed that the stars and planets played a significant role in shaping the destiny of nations and individuals, and he used this belief to analyze Charles I's reign and fate.Overall, William Lilly's Life And Death Of Charles The First is a fascinating and unique historical account that provides insight into the political and religious turmoil of 17th century England, as well as the role of astrology and occultism in the culture of the time.THIS 120 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Lives of Those Eminent Antiquaries Elias Ashmole and Mr. William Lilly, by Elias Ashmole. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104753.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.