Ludwig Lavater
Ludwig Lavater
Ludwig Lavater (born October 8, 1527, in Zurich, Switzerland) was a Swiss theologian, reformer, and secular scholar known for his interest in the supernatural and esoteric phenomena. His work often explored visions, prophecies, and otherworldly encounters, reflecting the intellectual curiosity of the Renaissance period. Lavater's contributions to theological thought and his fascination with the mystical have left a lasting impression on the study of early modern spirituality and mysticism.
Personal Name: Ludwig Lavater
Birth: 4 March 1527
Death: 5 July 1586
Ludwig Lavater Books
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4to. Printed over 400 years ago (1596) in London, this book by Ludwig Lavater is considered a standard English source-book for ghost lore and demonology. It is believed that Shakespeare read this edition and used it for Hamlet. –Abstract. From the collection of Jane C. Apple.