Eternal Hermes: From Greek God to Alchemical Magus

by Antoine Faivre

Book Overview

Hermesthe fascinating, mercurial messenger of the gods, eloquent revealer of hidden wisdom, and guardian of occult knowledge has played a central role in the development of esotericism in the West. Drawing upon many rare books and manuscripts, this highly illustrated work explores the question of where Hermes Trismegistus came from, how he came to be a patron of the esoteric traditions, and how the figure of Hermes has remained lively and inspiring...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0933999526
• ISBN13: 9780933999527
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Phanes Press
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.5"