The Later Years Of Paracelsus And His Strenuous Labor - Paperback

by John Maxson Stillman (Author)

""The Later Years of Paracelsus and His Strenuous Labor"" by John Maxson Stillman is a biographical account of the later years of the renowned physician, alchemist, and philosopher, Paracelsus. The book delves into the life of Paracelsus, who was born in Switzerland in 1493, and his contributions to medicine and chemistry during the Renaissance period. The author explores Paracelsus' revolutionary ideas and theories, which challenged the traditional teachings of medicine and alchemy. The book also delves into the controversies and criticisms that Paracelsus faced from his contemporaries, as well as his personal struggles and tragedies. Throughout the book, Stillman provides a detailed account of Paracelsus' travels, teachings, and experiments, which led to the development of new medical treatments and the discovery of new chemical elements. The author also highlights Paracelsus' influence on later scientists and philosophers, including Isaac Newton and Carl Jung. Overall, ""The Later Years of Paracelsus and His Strenuous Labor"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the history of medicine and chemistry.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Paracelsus: His Personality and Influence as Physician, Chemist and Reformer, by John Maxson Stillman. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595293.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.