Author: Kerstemans, F. L.
Title: Astrology, 1788, Isaac Meulman | Sleutel van meester Franciscus, op de Triumph-Zaal van den Astrologist J. C. Ludeman. Arnhem, Moeleman (...) 1788, 134 (9) pp.
Description: Incomplete: title page and pp. 1-2 missing. Observations and explanations of Master Franciscus (= Franciscus Lievens Kerstemans) regarding the Triumph-Zaal written by the infamous astrologer Johan Christophorus Ludeman.In this book, Master Franciscus corrects, specifies, twists and turns Ludeman's statements to prove Ludeman is statements. Kerstemans was a lawyer, con man, astrologer and hack writer. In total, he spent twenty-two years in prison; which meant he had plenty of time to write.With ex libris of Isaac Meulman (1807-1869) on front pastedown: I.M. followed by the motto Grypt als 't rypt. Also in the collection of the Rijksmuseum (inv. no. RP-P-1913-5124) Isaac Meulman was a Lutheran and sugar broker in Amsterdam. He began to engage in literary work in 1847, collecting pamphlets and rare works, a catalog of which was published.See also: SKU BB10036.Meulman - collectors - ex libris - Dutch collectors - bibliophiles - hack writing - astrology Half linen and marbled paper, 20.5 x 15.5 cm. Incomplete: title page and pp. 1-2 missing. Signs of wear: rubbings and small damages. Some water stains.

Keywords: Astrology|Occultism