Astrology in Medieval Manuscripts by Sophie Page Hardcover Book

Description: Astrology in Medieval Manuscripts by Sophie Page Astrology in Medieval Manuscripts explores the dazzling complexity of western medieval astrology and its place in society, as revealed by a wealth of illustrated manuscripts from the British Librarys rich medieval collection. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The art of predicting earthly events from the movements of stars and planets has always been a source of fascination. Medieval astrologers, though sometimes feared to be magicians in league with demons, were usually revered scholars whose ideas and practices were widely respected. Politics, medicine, weather forecasting, cosmology and alchemy were all influenced by astrological concepts. Astrology in Medieval Manuscripts explores the dazzling complexity of western medieval astrology and its place in society, as revealed by a wealth of illustrated manuscripts from the British Librarys rich medieval collection. Notes A revised and updated edition, it explores early horoscopes and astrological medicine in the context of medieval society. Author Biography Sophie Page teaches late medieval history at University College London. She works on medieval magic and astrology, especially in relation to religion, cosmology and natural philosophy. Her most recent book is Magic in the Cloister: Pious Motives, Illicit Interests, and Occult Approaches to the Medieval Universe (Penn State Press, 2013). Details ISBN0712352104 Author Sophie Page Pages 128 Year 2017 ISBN-10 0712352104 ISBN-13 9780712352109 Format Hardcover Media Book Publication Date 2017-10-06 Publisher British Library Publishing UK Release Date 2017-10-06 Edition 2nd Imprint The British Library Publishing Division Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 50 colour illustrations NZ Release Date 2017-10-06 Edition Description 2nd Revised edition DEWEY 745.67 Audience General AU Release Date 2018-01-03 Series Medieval Gift We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116999289;

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