The Life of Henry Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim; Volume II

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The narrative follows Cornelius, a practitioner of medicine, as he navigates complex social and political landscapes, including a significant dispute with the Dominicans in Metz and his subsequent fall from grace. His journey takes him from Metz to Cologne and then to Lyons, where he becomes a court physician, facing challenges of marriage, church reform, and the vanity of sciences and arts. The story culminates in his imprisonment in Brussels, exploring themes of magic, exile, and conflict with religious authorities, ultimately leading to his death.