Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Magic and Experimental Science Volume 13 is a comprehensive account of the development of science and magic from the early modern period to the 19th century. Written by the renowned historian Lynn Thorndike, this volume focuses on the scientific and magical discoveries made during the 18th and 19th centuries, including the rise of chemistry, the development of electricity, and the emergence of modern medicine.Thorndike explores the contributions of key figures in science and magic during this period, including Antoine Lavoisier, Humphry Davy, and Franz Mesmer. He also examines the role of institutions such as the Royal Society and the Paris Academy of Sciences in advancing scientific knowledge.Throughout the book, Thorndike provides a detailed analysis of the theories, experiments, and discoveries that shaped the modern world. He also delves into the cultural and social contexts in which these developments occurred, highlighting the influence of religion, politics, and economics on scientific and magical thought.With its meticulous research and engaging prose, The History of Magic and Experimental Science Volume 13 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science, magic, and intellectual thought.1923. Volume 13 of 14. The 17th Century: Natural History, Especially of Animals through Alchemy and Chemistry After 1650. The aim of this set is to treat the history of magic and experimental science and their relations to Christian thought during the first thirteen centuries of our era, with special emphasis upon the 12th and 13th centuries. Magic is understood under the broadest sense of the work, as including all occult arts and sciences, superstitions and folklore. The author believes that magic and experimental science have been connected in their development, and within these pages will attempt to prove the same.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.
