Alchemy Child of Greek Philosophy

By Arthur John Hopkins

Book Overview

Alchemy Child Of Greek Philosophy is a book written by Arthur John Hopkins that explores the origins and evolution of alchemy in ancient Greek philosophy. The book traces the development of alchemy from its roots in the philosophical traditions of ancient Greece to its later manifestation as a mystical and magical practice in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The author provides a detailed analysis of the philosophical and scientific ideas that informed alchemy, including the concept of the four elements, the idea of transmutation, and the belief in the unity of all matter. The book also explores the cultural and historical context in which alchemy emerged, including the influence of Greek and Egyptian philosophy, the rise of Christianity, and the development of medieval and Renaissance science. Overall, Alchemy Child Of Greek Philosophy is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the history and significance of alchemy in Western thought and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428646744
• ISBN13: 9781428646742
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"