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Alchemy Source of Chemistry and Medicine

Alchemy Source of Chemistry and Medicine

Thompson, Charles J.

Hardcover

Metaphysical GeneralOccultFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169326919
ISBN13: 9781169326910
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.82
Height: 0.81 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Alchemy Source of Chemistry and Medicine is a book written by Charles J. Thompson that explores the history and evolution of alchemy, a precursor to modern chemistry and medicine. The book delves into the origins of alchemy, its practices and beliefs, and its influence on the development of science and medicine. Thompson examines the contributions of prominent alchemists throughout history, such as Paracelsus and Isaac Newton, and explores the impact of alchemy on fields such as metallurgy, pharmacology, and psychology. The book also discusses the symbolism and mystical aspects of alchemy, as well as its relationship to spirituality and religion. With its in-depth analysis and engaging writing style, Alchemy Source of Chemistry and Medicine is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of science and medicine.1897. This important and serious study, first published in 1897, is a fascinating account of the great alchemical and early pharmaceutical endeavors from the fabled search to turn lead into gold to the exotic hunt for the elixir of life. Selected contents: the dawn of the art of healing; the wizards of early Greece; the wizards of the Roman empire; the fathers of medicine; the early age of Greek and Roman pharmacy; alchemy; the philosopher's stone; the black art and occult sciences; the art of foretelling; black magic; superstition and its influence on medicine; love filters; amulets, talismans and charms; mummies and their use in medicine--the unicorn.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.

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