Certain Miscellany Tracts [electronic Resource]

<p>Certain Miscellany Tracts is a collection of essays and observations by the eminent 17th-century English physician and author Sir Thomas Browne. Published posthumously these tracts delve into a diverse range of subjects reflecting Browne's wide-ranging intellect and his deep engagement with the natural world history and philosophy. The essays explore topics from ancient customs and folklore to natural history and the interpretation of dreams.</p> <p>Browne's distinctive prose style characterized by its erudition and intricate syntax offers readers a glimpse into the intellectual landscape of the late 17th century. This collection showcases Browne's curiosity and his commitment to exploring the mysteries of the world through careful observation and thoughtful reflection. Certain Miscellany Tracts remains a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in the history of science literature and ideas.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>