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The Study of Chinese Alchemy by Obed Simon Johnson is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient and mystical practice of alchemy in China. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the history, philosophy, and techniques of Chinese alchemy, tracing its development from its roots... Read Full Overview

Reprint. Paperback.156p. In China as elsewhere, alchemy is a doctrine aiming to afford an understanding of the principles underlying the formation and functioning of the cosmos. The alchemist overcomes the limits of individuality, and ascends to higher states of being; he becomes,... Read Full Overview

This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.

The Study of Chinese Alchemy by Obed Simon Johnson is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Chinese practice of alchemy. The book delves into the history, philosophy, and techniques of Chinese alchemy, providing readers with a deep understanding of this mystical and often... Read Full Overview

The Study of Chinese Alchemy by Obed Simon Johnson is a comprehensive guide to the history and practice of alchemy in China. The book explores the origins of Chinese alchemy, tracing its roots back to ancient Taoist philosophy and the search for immortality. It covers the different... Read Full Overview

The Study of Chinese Alchemy by Obed Simon Johnson is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Chinese practice of alchemy. This book delves into the history, philosophy, and techniques of Chinese alchemy, providing readers with a deep understanding of the subject matter.The... Read Full Overview