Ancient Magic And Modern Therapeutics

The book ""Ancient Magic And Modern Therapeutics: Paracelsus And Von Helmont"" by W. J. Colville is a comprehensive exploration of the lives and works of two influential figures in the history of medicine and alchemy: Paracelsus and Von Helmont. The author delves into their philosophies, theories, and practices, examining how they sought to bridge the gap between ancient magic and modern science.The book begins with an overview of Paracelsus, a Swiss physician and alchemist who lived in the 16th century. Colville explores Paracelsus's beliefs about the nature of disease and the role of the physician in healing. He also looks at Paracelsus's experiments with alchemy and his attempts to use it to create new medicines.The second part of the book focuses on Von Helmont, a Flemish physician and chemist who lived in the 17th century. Colville examines Von Helmont's theories about the composition of matter and his experiments with gases. He also explores Von Helmont's ideas about the healing power of nature and how he used this knowledge to develop new treatments for various ailments.Throughout the book, Colville draws connections between the work of Paracelsus and Von Helmont and modern medical practices. He argues that their ideas about the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, and the importance of natural remedies, are still relevant today.Overall, ""Ancient Magic And Modern Therapeutics: Paracelsus And Von Helmont"" is a fascinating exploration of two important figures in the history of medicine and alchemy. It offers a unique perspective on the evolution of medical knowledge and the enduring influence of ancient magic on modern therapeutics.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ancient Mysteries and Modern Revelations, by W. J. Colville. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594009.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.