Description
1974 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage 1974 edition of “The Prophecies of Paracelsus” offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential Renaissance thinkers and pioneers of modern medicine. Paracelsus, whose real name was Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, was a Swiss German philosopher, physician, and alchemist who lived in the 16th century. His unconventional ideas and willingness to challenge the established medical doctrines of his time earned him both admiration and criticism from his contemporaries.
This collection of prophecies, written in Paracelsus’s characteristically enigmatic and allegorical style, touches on a wide range of subjects, from the nature of the universe and the human condition to the secrets of alchemy and the occult. While some of his predictions may seem far-fetched or obscure, others have proven remarkably prescient, foreshadowing scientific discoveries and societal changes that would not be fully understood for centuries.
For collectors and readers interested in the history of science, medicine, and esoteric thought, this well-preserved copy offers a unique opportunity to delve into the mind of a true Renaissance polymath. Despite its age and signs of use, the book’s clean pages and secure binding ensure that Paracelsus’s words can continue to captivate and intrigue future generations of readers.
