Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum: Containing Several Poetical Pieces Of Famous English Philosophers Who Have Written The Hermetique Mysteries (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169353831)

Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum is a book that contains a collection of poetic works written by famous English philosophers who have explored the mysteries of alchemy. The book is authored by Elias Ashmole, a renowned scholar and collector of rare manuscripts, who has compiled these works from various sources. The poems in the book explore the secrets of alchemy, a medieval science that aimed to transform base metals into gold and discover the elixir of life. The authors of the poems include John Dee, George Ripley, and Thomas Norton, who were all prominent alchemists of their time. The book also contains illustrations and engravings that depict the alchemical symbols and processes. Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of alchemy and the mystical beliefs of the medieval era.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: Elias Ashmole
ISBN-10: 1169353835
ISBN-13: 9781169353831
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 514
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.43lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.13d