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; containing, among many curious particulars, I. An account of Dr. Forman, Dr. Napist, 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 Harbertle 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 Crommell's management, during the time of the civill wars; more especially that grand secret, who the person was that cut off King Charles's head. Iv. Mr. Lilly's examation 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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The second edition.

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