The Alchemists Before Paracelsus

By H. Stanley Redgrove

Book Overview

The Alchemists Before Paracelsus is a book written by H. Stanley Redgrove that explores the history of alchemy before the famous alchemist Paracelsus. The book delves into the origins of alchemy and its development throughout history, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and Greece. Redgrove examines the contributions of various alchemists, including Zosimos of Panopolis, Jabir ibn Hayyan, and Geber, and discusses their theories and practices. He also explores the role of alchemy in medieval Europe and its influence on the development of modern science. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of alchemy and its impact on the world, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the subject.THIS 60 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: 1162897546
• ISBN13: 9781162897547
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"