Alchemists Of Islam (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417924240)

""Alchemists of Islam"" by F. Sherwood Taylor is a comprehensive study of the history and development of Islamic alchemy. The author delves into the roots of alchemy in ancient Egypt and Greece, and traces its evolution through the Islamic Golden Age, from the 8th to the 14th century. The book explores the key figures and texts of Islamic alchemy, including Jabir ibn Hayyan, the famous alchemist and philosopher, and the Kitab al-Kimya, a foundational text of Islamic alchemy. Taylor also examines the role of alchemy in Islamic culture and society, from its use in medicine and metallurgy to its connections to Islamic mysticism and spirituality. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Arabic manuscripts and historical accounts, ""Alchemists of Islam"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Islamic alchemy and its enduring legacy.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Alchemists, Founders of Modern Chemistry, by F. Sherwood Taylor. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459002X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: F. Sherwood Taylor
ISBN-10: 1417924241
ISBN-13: 9781417924240
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d