Lives of the Alchemical Philosophers with a Selection of the Most Celebrated Treatises on the Theory and Practice of the Hermetic Art (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169334243)

Lives of the Alchemical Philosophers with a Selection of the Most Celebrated Treatises on the Theory and Practice of the Hermetic Art is a book that explores the lives and works of various alchemists and their contributions to the field of alchemy. The book is written by an anonymous author and includes a selection of the most celebrated treatises on the theory and practice of the hermetic art.The book provides insight into the lives of prominent alchemists such as Paracelsus, Hermes Trismegistus, and Geber. It explores their beliefs, practices, and contributions to the field of alchemy. The book also includes a selection of treatises that provide a deep understanding of the theory and practice of alchemy.The treatises included in the book cover a range of topics such as the transmutation of metals, the creation of the philosopher's stone, and the nature of the alchemical process. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams that help to explain the concepts discussed in the treatises.Overall, Lives of the Alchemical Philosophers with a Selection of the Most Celebrated Treatises on the Theory and Practice of the Hermetic Art is a comprehensive guide to the world of alchemy. It provides readers with a deep understanding of the history, beliefs, and practices of alchemists, as well as the theories and techniques they used to pursue their goals.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: Anonymous
ISBN-10: 1169334245
ISBN-13: 9781169334243
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 390
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.96lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.88d