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Trithemius, Johannes, Early 17th century

 Item — Box: 6, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

Collection of "conjurations" or formulas of exorcism attributed to the Abbot of Spannheim, magician Trithemius (1462-1516), whose work on sorcery contained the first record of the famous folk story Dr. Faustus.

Dates

  • Early 17th century

Creator

Language of Materials

Collection material in Latin, German, Dutch, French, and English.

Extent

3.7 cubic feet. (3.7 cubic feet.)

Physical Description

6 leaves and 38 leaves

Repository Details

Part of the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections Repository

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