Dr Simon Forman

Discover the captivating life of Simon Forman, a remarkable figure in Elizabethan and Jacobean London, in Dr Simon Forman by Judith Cook. Published by Vintage Publishing in 2002, this engaging biography spans 256 pages and delves into the intriguing world of a doctor who was also a passionate astrologer. Forman's unique blend of medicine and astrology allowed him to read the stars for his clients, offering insights that were both personal and profound.

Judith Cook masterfully uncovers the complexities of Forman's private life, revealing him as a compulsive womanizer who maintained a coded diary filled with tales of his romantic escapades. This vivid account is as colorful and entertaining as the renowned journals of Pepys and Boswell, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by the intersection of medicine and astrology in the past. Explore the extraordinary life of Simon Forman and the vibrant world he inhabited.