Modern Alchemy

By H. Stanley Redgrove

Book Overview

""Modern Alchemy"" by H. Stanley Redgrove is a comprehensive exploration of the history, theory, and practice of alchemy. The book covers the origins of alchemy in ancient Egypt and Greece, its development in the Middle Ages and Renaissance, and its transformation into modern science. Redgrove examines the various schools of alchemy, including the spiritual and philosophical aspects of the practice, as well as the practical techniques used to transmute base metals into gold and create the elixir of life. He also discusses the influence of alchemy on modern science, including the work of Isaac Newton and the development of chemistry. Throughout the book, Redgrove provides detailed explanations of alchemical symbolism and terminology, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, ""Modern Alchemy"" is a fascinating and informative study of a mysterious and often misunderstood subject.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Alchemy Ancient and Modern, by H. Stanley Redgrove. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591433.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: 1417991496
• ISBN13: 9781417991495
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"