The Theatre of the World: Alchemy, Astrology and Magic in Renaissance Prague
- ISBN-10
- 0436205211
- ISBN-13
- 9780436205217
- Pages
- 276
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2006
- Publisher
- Harvill Secker
- Author
- Peter H. Marshall
Description
Marshall presents the story of Rudolf II, an emperor more interested in the great talents and minds of his times than in the exercise of his power. This is a human story, involving the sweep of culture and history. It offers a perspective on a pivotal moment in the history of Western civilisation.
