Blaise de Vigenère, Edward Active Stephens

Broschiertes Buch

A Discovrse of Fire and Salt

Beschreibung

Delve into the fascinating world of early scientific thought with Blaise de Vigenère's "A Discovrse of Fire and Salt: Discovering Many Secret Mysteries as well Philospohicall, as Theologicall." This intriguing work explores the nature of salt and fire through the lens of alchemy, philosophy, and theology, revealing connections between scientific inquiry and spiritual understanding. A cornerstone of early chemistry, this volume offers a unique glimpse into the historical intersection of science and religion. Explore the mysteries that captivated thinkers of the past, examining the fundamental elements of fire and salt as both physical substances and symbolic representations. This meticulous print republication preserves the original text, allowing readers to experience de Vigenère's insights firsthand. "A Discovrse of Fire and Salt" is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of science, the occult, or the enduring quest to understand the universe's deepest secrets. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Blaise de Vigenère (1523-1596) was a French diplomat, cryptographer, translator, and alchemist whose intellectual contributions extended across several domains of the Renaissance learning. Best known for his advancements in the field of cryptography, Vigenère's legacy is most enduringly associated with the Vigenère cipher, an encryption technique that for centuries bore his name, although he did not actually invent it. His scholarly pursuits were diversified, underscoring the polymathic nature of scholars in the Renaissance era. In the realm of literary work, Vigenère's treatise, 'A Discovrse of Fire and Salt' (Traicté du feu et du sel, 1578), marks an important milestone in the history of chemistry. The book attempts to elucidate the role of fire and salt in the transmutation of metals, a topic aligning him with the alchemical traditions of the time. He drew inspiration from earlier works by notable alchemists and sought to find a philosophical and empirical grounding for the mystical practices. His literary style melds the empirical observations with the speculative theories that characterized Renaissance alchemy. Though not as famed as his cipher, Vigenère's 'A Discovrse of Fire and Salt' remains a notable work for historians of science, reflecting the complex interplay between early modern chemistry, mysticism, and the broader scientific revolution that was beginning to take shape.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 130
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 191g
• ISBN-13: 9781023301336
• ISBN-10: 1023301334
• Artikelnr.: 74105160