The Lure and Romance of Alchemy by C. J. S. Thompson is a comprehensive exploration of the history, philosophy, and practices of alchemy. The book delves into the origins of alchemy, tracing its roots to ancient Egypt and Greece, and explores its evolution through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. It examines the key figures and texts of alchemy, including Paracelsus, Hermes Trismegistus, and the Emerald Tablet.Thompson also provides a detailed analysis of the alchemical process, including the use of symbols, the ...
Read More
The Lure and Romance of Alchemy by C. J. S. Thompson is a comprehensive exploration of the history, philosophy, and practices of alchemy. The book delves into the origins of alchemy, tracing its roots to ancient Egypt and Greece, and explores its evolution through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. It examines the key figures and texts of alchemy, including Paracelsus, Hermes Trismegistus, and the Emerald Tablet.Thompson also provides a detailed analysis of the alchemical process, including the use of symbols, the transmutation of metals, and the search for the Philosopher's Stone. He explores the relationship between alchemy and other mystical traditions, such as astrology and Kabbalah, and examines the influence of alchemy on literature and art.Throughout the book, Thompson emphasizes the allure and romance of alchemy, highlighting the mysticism and magic that have made it such a fascinating subject for centuries. The Lure and Romance of Alchemy is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, mysticism, and the occult.1932. Alchemy has appealed to the imagination of man for centuries and is evident from the prominent part it plays in the legends and romances of the past. At its dawn, alchemy was regarded as a divine and sacred art, enveloped in mystery, that was only to be approached with reverence. Its adepts held its secrets inviolate, enshrouded their operations with symbolism, and gave their materials fantastic names so as to conceal their identity from those outside the mystic cult. In this volume, Thompson unravels these mysteries and presents his findings to the reader. Handsomely illustrated.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.
Read Less
