Pietro Pomponazzi On Incantations

The book ""Pietro Pomponazzi On Incantations"" by Lynn Thorndike is a scholarly work that explores the ideas and philosophy of the Italian Renaissance philosopher Pietro Pomponazzi. The book focuses specifically on Pomponazzi's views on the use of incantations, or spells, and their relationship to natural philosophy and theology.Thorndike provides a detailed analysis of Pomponazzi's writings on incantations, examining his arguments for and against their efficacy and the role they play in the natural world. The book also explores the historical context of Pomponazzi's work, placing it within the broader intellectual and cultural landscape of the Renaissance.Throughout the book, Thorndike draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Pomponazzi's own writings and the works of other Renaissance thinkers. She also provides extensive commentary and analysis, helping readers to better understand the complex philosophical ideas at the heart of Pomponazzi's work.Overall, ""Pietro Pomponazzi On Incantations"" is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Renaissance philosophy, theology, and natural philosophy, offering a nuanced and insightful look at one of the era's most important thinkers.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The History of Magic and Experimental Science Part 9, by Lynn Thorndike. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766143139.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.