The Hermetic Triumph Or The Victorious Philosopher's Stone (1740) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162910482)

The Hermetic Triumph Or The Victorious Philosopher's Stone is a book published in 1740 by an anonymous author. The book is a treatise on the philosophy and practice of alchemy, which was a precursor to modern chemistry. The author claims to have discovered the secret to creating the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance that was believed to have the power to transmute base metals into gold and to grant eternal youth and life. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of alchemical theory and practice. These include the nature of matter, the principles of transmutation, the symbolism of alchemical imagery, and the practical methods for creating the philosopher's stone. The author draws on the works of famous alchemists such as Paracelsus and Hermes Trismegistus, as well as on his own experiments and observations. The Hermetic Triumph Or The Victorious Philosopher's Stone is a fascinating glimpse into the world of alchemy and the beliefs and practices of those who pursued the elusive goal of transmutation.THIS 122 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermetic Triumph and the Ancient War of the Knights, by Anonymous . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592804.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: 1162910488
ISBN-13: 9781162910482
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 122
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.26d