The Garden of Cyrus
or, The Quincuncial Lozenge, or Network Plantations of the Ancients, Artificially, Naturally, and Mystically Considered
Book • 1658
The Garden of Cyrus, published in 1658, is a discourse by Thomas Browne that delves into the quincunx pattern, a symbol of wholeness and intelligent design, found in both art and nature.
The book combines esoteric lore with botanical observations, reflecting Browne's fascination with the beginnings of life and the mysteries of creation.
It is often paired with Urn-Burial as a companion piece, exploring themes of mortality and the natural world.
The book combines esoteric lore with botanical observations, reflecting Browne's fascination with the beginnings of life and the mysteries of creation.
It is often paired with Urn-Burial as a companion piece, exploring themes of mortality and the natural world.
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