Dr. Robert Fludd

The book ""Dr. Robert Fludd"" by J.B. Craven is a comprehensive biography of the life and work of the English physician, philosopher, and mystic, Robert Fludd. Fludd was born in 1574 and lived during a time of great intellectual and spiritual upheaval in Europe. He was a prolific writer and thinker, and his works covered a wide range of topics, including medicine, alchemy, astrology, and theology.Craven's book explores Fludd's life and ideas in detail, tracing his intellectual development from his early years as a medical student to his later years as a respected philosopher and mystic. The book also delves into Fludd's relationships with other prominent thinkers of his time, including Francis Bacon and Johannes Kepler.Throughout the book, Craven provides a detailed analysis of Fludd's ideas and their impact on the intellectual and spiritual landscape of Europe during the 17th century. He explores Fludd's views on the nature of the universe, the role of God in creation, and the relationship between science and spirituality.Overall, ""Dr. Robert Fludd"" is an insightful and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures of the early modern period. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of science, philosophy, and spirituality.The life and writings of the famous English Rosicrucian. Contents: His youth; Duns Scotus and the Schoolmen; Occult Studies in England; Fludd goes abroad; Secret Societies for Esoteric study; Michael Maier�������A Friend; �������Tractatus Theologo-Philosophicus�������; The �������Utriusque Cosmi Historia�������; Second part of the �������Historia�������; The second Tome of the �������Historia�������; Theosophical and Cabalistic studies of Fludd; Fludd, Mersenne, and Gassendi; The Charges Against Fludd by Gassendi, and Fludd's Reply in his �������Clavis.������� The �������Philosophia Sacra,������� and �������Philosophia Moysaica�������; The Mosaicall Philosophy; Fludd and Foster; Fludd's Medical Works: Mystical and Practical; Fludd's last Portrait; Orders for his Funeral.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. Read more