Publisher's Synopsis
Theodori Kerckringii doctoris medici Commentarius in Currum triumphalem antimonii Basilii Valentini, translated into Latin by Theodor Kerckring, is a significant alchemical and medical text from the 17th century. This commentary illuminates the work of Basilius Valentinus, a key figure in the history of alchemy, focusing specifically on antimony and its purported medicinal virtues. Kerckring's Latin translation makes Valentinus's alchemical knowledge accessible to a wider audience of scholars and practitioners. The text offers insights into the scientific and medical beliefs of the period, revealing the intertwined nature of alchemy, medicine, and early chemistry. It remains a valuable resource for understanding the intellectual landscape of the 17th century and the enduring influence of alchemical thought on the development of science.
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