Discover the captivating life and profound insights of Nostradamus, the legendary apothecary and astrologer known for his prophetic writings. In this extensively researched book, 'Nostradamus: The Man Behind the Myth', author Denis Crouzet unpacks the mysteries surrounding Nostradamus, challenging the conventional interpretations of his prophecies. Delve into the mind of this enigmatic figure from the French Renaissance, whose character transcends mere prediction and delves into the realm of spiritual healing. Crouzet explains that Nostradamus viewed himself not as a prophet of doom, but as a messenger of divine truth, intending to inspire humanity towards love and peace amid chaos. This enlightening exploration offers a fresh perspective on Nostradamus, presenting him as a complex thinker and a physician of the soul. With 392 pages of rich historical context and insightful analysis, this book is an essential addition for enthusiasts of history, astrology, and philosophical reflections on humanity's journey. Enhance your understanding of one of history's most singular figures and uncover the deeper messages beneath his famous quatrains. Order now to unlock the secrets of Nostradamus and transform your perspective on prophetic literature. Shipping is free for this item; please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509507702
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 392


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One of the most enigmatic figures in history, Nostradamus - apothecary, astrologer and soothsayer - is a continual source of fascination. Indeed, his predictions are so much the stock-in-trade of the wildest merchants of imminent Doom that one could be forgiven for forgetting that Michel de Nostredame, 1503-1566, was a figure firmly rooted in the society of the French RenaissanceIn this bold new account of the life and work of Nostradamus, Denis Crouzet shows that any attempt to interpret his Prophecies at face value is misguided. Nostradamus was not trying to predict the future. He saw himself, rather, as 'prophesying', i.e. bringing the Word of God to humankind. Like Rabelais, for whom laughter was a therapy to help one cope with the misery of the times, Nostradamus thought of himself as a physician of the soul as much as of the body. His unveiling of the menacing and horrendous events which await us in the future was a way of frightening his readers into the realisation that inner hatred was truly the greatest peril of all, to which the sole remedy was to live in the love and peace of ChristThis inspired interpretation penetrates the imaginative world of Nostradamus, a man whose life is as mysterious as his writings. It shows him in a completely new dimension, securing for him a significant place among the major thinkers of the Renaissance.