Mr. William Lilly's history of his life and times, from the year 1602, to 1681. Written by himself in the 66th year of his age, to his worthy friend Elias Ashmole, Esq: Published from the original manuscript. Containing, among many curious particulars, I. An account of Dr. Forman, Dr. Napier, Dr. Booker. Dr. Dee, Kelly, and all other astrologers and conjurors; his cotemporaries, unsolding the mysteries of the black art viz. Incantations, raising of spirits, &c. II. The tryal of Isaac Antrobus, parson of egremond, before Sir arbottle grimston, master of the rolls, for baptizing a cock by the name of Peter, and committing adultery with a woman and her daughter, III. A discovery of several private transactions relating to Oliver Cromwell's management, during the time of the civil wars; more especially that grand secret, who the person was that cut off King Charles's head IV. Mr. Lilly's examination before the Parliament concerning the fire of London; with some memorable occurrences that happened after the restauration of King Charles II.

  • Lilly, William, 1602-1681.
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1715
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London : Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick-Lane, 1715.

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[4],116p. ; 120.

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