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Alchemy: Ancient And Modern; Being A Brief Account Of The Alchemistic Doctrines, And Their Relations, To Mysticism On The One Hand, And To Recent Disc

Alchemy: Ancient And Modern; Being A Brief Account Of The Alchemistic Doctrines, And Their Relations, To Mysticism On The One Hand, And To Recent Disc

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ISBN10: 9354845614
ISBN13: 9789354845611
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 5 2021
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A compelling bridge between ancient wonder and modern inquiry, Alchemy: Ancient And Modern invites curious readers to walk the line where mysticism meets empiricism. This engaging survey renders alchemical history as a living dialogue-from timeless hermetic philosophy to the cutting edges of scientific thought-while tracing the intimate ties between alchemy and mysticism, and the lives of the notable alchemists who shaped and challenged those ideas. It reads as both a readable guide and an academic reference, offering a concise overview that anchors broad themes in vivid historical context. For lovers of mystical literature and students of occult science, the work frames a navy of connections: alchemy and science, alchemy and mysticism, and the wider currents of british occult history from Victorian to modern era. H. Stanley Redgrove's study remains a landmark for its clarity, depth, and reverent curiosity, making it a valuable artefact for classic-literature collectors and casual readers alike. It is not merely a reprint but a restored cultural treasure, revived for today's audiences and future generations. The book functions as a useful primer and a thoughtful reference, elegantly linking alchemical history with mysticism studies, the occult science overview, and a survey of the lives of alchemists. A must for those seeking an accessible, thoughtfully curated map of alchemy's enduring pull.

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