The Southern Common People - Studies in Nineteenth-Century Social History

?[The 18 essays] will be welcomed by specialists in Southern history....[Each] author has in some way shed light on the essential questions of just who the Southern commoners were and how they related to the other constituents of the social structure. Lists of suggested further readings enhance the value of this one-of-a-kind anthology. No serious student of the South should neglect it.?-Library Journal

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
• Editore: Bloomsbury
• Lingue: Inglese
• Raccomandazione d'eta': 7 a 17 anni
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 25.04.1980
• EAN: 9780313214035
• ISBN: 978-0-313-21403-5
• Pagine: 386
• Peso: 737 g
• Serie: Contributions in American History
• Categorie: Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Sociologia > Teorie sociologiche; American History, HISTORY / Social History, Social & cultural history, Social and cultural history