 Ars Magna Lucis et Umbrae

"Ars Magna Lucis et Umbrae," which translates to "The Great Art of Light and Shadow," is a treatise written by the 17th-century German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher. Published in 1671, it focuses on optical science and the principles of light, shadow, and perspective. The work combines elements of philosophy, theology, and science, reflecting Kircher's fascination with various fields of knowledge and his efforts to explain the natural world.