The book of secrets of albertus magnus

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In order to attract readers, it was not uncommon for magical texts of the 16th century to take on the name of a notable historical figure. Such is the case with The Book of Secrets of Albertus Magnus, whose secrets are, in fact, a compilation from a number of sources by an anonymous author who was, according to editors Best and Brightman, probably one of Albertus Magnus' followers. Though it "...pretends to be a product of his experimental school among the Dominicans at Cologne", it has a more colloquial voice than that of Albertus Magnus. It more accurately portrays the popular magical literature available in the 16th century than the erudite works directly attributable to Albertus Magnus.


This edition features an in-depth introduction by scholars Michael R. Best and Frank H. Brightman outlining the history of the text, its historical/cultural context, and the variant manuscripts sourced. It is an invaluable study for students of the history of Western magic, and those interested in the evolution of printed works through the ages. Includes a list of works cited, a collation of the different editions and manuscripts, and an index.

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Taal: en

Bindwijze: Hardcover

Oorspronkelijke releasedatum: 01 november 1999

Aantal pagina's: 128

Illustraties: Nee

Hoofdauteur: Michael R. Best

Tweede Auteur: Frank Brightman

Hoofdredacteur: Michael H. Best

Tweede Redacteur: Frank Brightman

Hoofduitgeverij: Red Wheel/Weiser

Product breedte: 134 mm

Product hoogte: 13 mm

Product lengte: 206 mm

Studieboek: Nee

Verpakking hoogte: 13 mm

EAN: 9780877289258

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