Raymond Lully's Great Elixir: A Dramatic Poem (1869)

By Raymond Lully

Book Overview

Raymond Lully's Great Elixir: A Dramatic Poem (1869) is a literary work that tells the story of a medieval alchemist named Raymond Lully who is on a quest to discover the secret of the philosopher's stone, a mythical substance that can turn base metals into gold and grant eternal life. The poem is written in a dramatic style and follows Lully's journey through various adventures and encounters with other alchemists, mystics, and philosophers. Along the way, he learns about the power of love, the importance of faith, and the dangers of pride and greed. The poem is a reflection on the human quest for knowledge and the search for the meaning of life. It is a fascinating exploration of the world of medieval alchemy and the mystical traditions that influenced it. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, philosophy, and literature.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: 1104371375
• ISBN13: 9781104371371
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"