The Dragon of the Alchemists (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161378931)

The Dragon of the Alchemists is a book written by Frederick Carter. It is a fantasy novel that tells the story of a young alchemist named Edward Kelley who is on a quest to find the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance that grants immortality and can turn base metals into gold. Along the way, Edward encounters a powerful dragon that has been terrorizing the countryside and must find a way to defeat it. As Edward delves deeper into his quest, he discovers that the dragon is not just a physical threat, but also a symbol of the alchemical process itself, representing the transformation of the base into the divine. He must navigate the dangerous world of alchemy and face his own inner demons in order to succeed in his quest and become a true alchemist.The Dragon of the Alchemists is a captivating tale of magic, adventure, and self-discovery that will appeal to fans of fantasy and historical fiction. With vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters, Frederick Carter creates a rich and immersive world that will transport readers to a bygone era of mystery and wonder.1926. Carter shows the reader that the relation of all myth and religious revelation to alchemy and astrology can only be maintained if all are examined in the common terms of psychology, then it will be found that a clearer connection manifests itself amongst them. He also maintains that the symbol is a peculiar force in the unconscious mind is accepted by psychologists, yet a limited and pathological quality is attributed to it.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: Frederick Carter
ISBN-10: 1161378936
ISBN-13: 9781161378931
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 134
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.38d