Alchemy: Its Science and Romance

By John Edward Mercer

Book Overview

Alchemy: Its Science and Romance is a comprehensive book by J.E. Mercer that explores the history, science, and mythology behind the ancient art of alchemy. The book delves into the origins of alchemy, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and Greece, and examines the various theories and practices that have emerged over the centuries.Mercer also explores the role of alchemy in literature and popular culture, including its influence on the works of writers such as William Shakespeare and Jules Verne. The book also looks at the relationship between alchemy and religion, as well as its impact on the development of modern science.Throughout the book, Mercer draws on his extensive knowledge of alchemy to provide a fascinating and informative account of this mysterious and intriguing subject. With its engaging style and insightful analysis, Alchemy: Its Science and Romance is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, the occult, or the mysteries of human consciousness.1921. The author claims this work to be an apology for alchemy. This book attempts to set forth, with more of system and of sympathy than is usual, the history of alchemy, the doctrines it professed and the results it achieved. It must not be thought that the apologetic intention of the study implies any failure in recognizing the weaknesses and follies which abounded in the development of the art, nor the chimerical nature of the means adopted for solving its Grand Secret.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: 1162597119
• ISBN13: 9781162597119
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"