The Story Of Alchemy (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425362966)

The Story of Alchemy by Cheiro is a fascinating exploration of the ancient practice of alchemy, which seeks to transmute base metals into gold and find the elixir of life. This book delves into the history of alchemy, tracing its origins in ancient Egypt and Greece, and its development throughout the Middle Ages and Renaissance. It explores the mystical and spiritual aspects of alchemy, as well as its scientific and practical applications.Cheiro provides detailed descriptions of the various stages of the alchemical process, from the preparation of materials to the transmutation of metals. He also discusses the symbolism and allegory used by alchemists, as well as the role of astrology and other esoteric practices in their work.The Story of Alchemy is a comprehensive guide to this fascinating and mysterious subject, written by one of the foremost authorities on the occult and esoteric sciences. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, spirituality, and the pursuit of knowledge.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysteries and Romances of the World's Greatest Occultists, by Cheiro . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132463.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: Cheiro
ISBN-10: 1425362966
ISBN-13: 9781425362966
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d