Albertus Magnus was a scholar and mage who received immense acclaim from his contemporaries. His work, The Admirable Secrets of Albertus Magnus, records his extensive research into magic, pharmacology, astrology, physiognomy, and bizarre secret remedies. A brief look into the contents of this strange volume reveals the influence of celestial bodies, the magical properties of plants, minerals, and animals, and wondrous miracles. It also includes physiognomy, definitive remedies for the health of both men and women, methods for achieving success in all endeavors, the medicinal uses of human and animal excrement, techniques for determining the sex of a fetus, and even how to walk without ever growing weary.