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542. Elizabeth I’s Sorcerer: Angels and Demons in Renaissance Europe

The Rest Is History

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John Dee: The Renaissance Visionary

This chapter delves into the complex relationship between John Dee and Queen Elizabeth I, particularly during a poignant moment marked by his mother's death. It explores Dee's intellectual contributions to alchemy, cartography, and the myth of Prince Madoc, illustrating his influence on England's imperial ambitions. The narrative highlights the intersection of mythology, history, and politics that shaped the Renaissance period and Dee's fluctuating status in the court.

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