053 – ONAN THE JAR BURYING
In modern science the homunculus refers to various models of the human mind, but in medieval times it was something quite different. Join us for a fascinating interview with professor William R. Newman, of Indiana University’s Department of History and Philosophy of Science. He is the author of seven books, including Promethean Ambitions: Alchemy and the Quest to Perfect Nature—a book which provides much insight into the seedy back-story of this strange creature.
Links of interest
Music
- Intro Music: Jar Cell by Pedway
- Monstertalk Theme: Monster by Peach Stealing Monkeys