The Book of the Light of the Great Magistery of John of Rupescissa (Liber lucis magisterii magni)
The Book of the Light of the Great Magistery of John of Rupescissa, or Liber lucis magisterii magni, brings a historically important alchemical work to readers interested in medieval intellectual traditions, early science, and the development of chemical and esoteric literature. Scholarly in focus, it offers a valuable subject for research and study.
About This Book
The Book of the Light of the Great Magistery of John of Rupescissa presents a work attributed to John of Rupescissa, also known as Jean de Roquetaillade.
Known by its Latin title, Liber lucis magisterii magni, the text belongs to the historical literature of alchemy and the great magistery.
Lawrence M. Principe provides the scholarly authorship associated with this edition, making the book relevant to readers examining historical scientific and esoteric writings.
This volume will interest students and researchers of alchemy, the history of science, medieval intellectual traditions, and early chemical thought.
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