Rare Book Collections - Some Theoretical and Practical Suggestions for Use by Librarians and Students

Contributions from leading rare book curators concerning the different needs and problems companion to rare book collections.

Info autore

The author of "Picatrix" was likely a highly educated and intellectually versatile scholar, deeply rooted in the Arabic-speaking world of the 11th century. He was well-versed in a variety of disciplines, including astrology, alchemy, and philosophy, drawing on Greek, Persian, and Indian sources. As a participant in the Islamic Golden Age's rich scholarly tradition, he likely had access to extensive libraries and intellectual circles. His work suggests a blend of academic knowledge and practical application, indicating both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience in astrological and magical practices.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Unknown
• Con la collaborazione di: Horace Richard Archer (Editore)
• Editore: Praeger
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 21.01.1982
• EAN: 9780313232268
• ISBN: 978-0-313-23226-8
• Pagine: 138
• Dimensioni: 161 mm x 240 mm x 12 mm
• Peso: 379 g
• Serie: Contributions in Political Sci; Contributions in Political Sci
• Categoria: Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Media, comunicazione > Commercio librario, biblioteconomia