Elements And Occult Virtues

by Lynn Thorndike

Book Overview

Elements and Occult Virtues is a book written by Lynn Thorndike, a renowned historian of science and magic. The book is a comprehensive study of the concept of occult virtues, which were believed to be inherent properties of certain natural substances, such as metals, plants, and stones. These virtues were thought to have magical powers that could be harnessed for various purposes, such as healing, divination, and alchemy.Thorndike's book explores...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425373631
• ISBN13: 9781425373634
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"