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The Magic Circle of Rudolf II: Alchemy and Astrology in Renaissance Prague,Used
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Rudolf IIHabsburg heir, Holy Roman Emperor, king of Hungary, Germany, and theRomansis one of history's great characters, and yet he remains largely an unknown figure. His reign (15761612) roughly mirrored that of Queen Elizabeth I of England, and while her famous court is widely recognized as a sixteenth century Who's Who, Rudolf 's collection of mathematicians, alchemists, artists, philosophers and astronomersamong them the greatest and most subversive minds of the timewas no less prestigious and perhaps even more influential.Driven to understand the deepest secrets of nature and the riddle of existence, Rudolf invited to his court an endless stream of geniusDanish astronomer Tycho Brahe, German mathematician Johannes Kepler, English magus John Dee, Francis Bacon, and mannerist painter Giuseppe Archimboldo among many others. Prague became the artistic and scientific center of the known worldan island of intellectual tolerance between Catholicism, Protestantism, and Islam.Combining the wonders and architectural beauty of sixteenth century Prague with the larger thanlife characters of Rudolf's court, Peter Marshall provides an exciting new perspective on the pivotal moment of transition between medieval and modern, when the foundation was laid for the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Magic Circle of Rudolf II'? A: The book explores the intersection of alchemy and astrology during the reign of Rudolf II in Renaissance Prague, highlighting the influence of notable figures such as Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Magic Circle of Rudolf II' is Peter Marshall.
- Q: When was 'The Magic Circle of Rudolf II' published? A: The book was published on August 22, 2006.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 276 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of the book is a hardcover.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the First U.S. Edition of the book.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers topics related to alchemy, astrology, and the scientific developments during the Renaissance in Prague.
- Q: Who were some influential figures mentioned in the book? A: The book mentions influential figures such as John Dee, Francis Bacon, and Giuseppe Archimboldo among others.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone interested in history and science? A: Yes, this book is ideal for readers interested in the historical and scientific developments of the Renaissance era.