A History of Magic and Experimental Science, Volume 2 (of 2): During the First Thirteen Centuries of Our Era

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Explore the fascinating intersection of alchemy, occultism, and early scientific method in Lynn Thorndike's definitive two-volume history. Volume 2 covers the pivotal thirteen centuries from the early medieval period through the Scientific Revolution, tracing how the boundaries between magic and experimental science blurred and eventually diverged.\n\nThorndike reconstructs the intellectual landscape of medieval scholars, hermetic philosophers, and early chemists, showing how their pursuit of natural philosophy laid the groundwork for modern science. This volume is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of science, the cultural history of Western Europe, or the evolution of the scientific method from mystical origins to empirical rigor. Buy the EPUB edition today and discover the hidden history behind our modern scientific worldview.