The Works of Geber

By Jabir ibn Hayyan

Book Overview

The Works of Geber is a book written by E. J. Holmyard that provides a comprehensive look at the works of the famous Arab alchemist, Geber. Geber, also known as Jabir ibn Hayyan, was a prominent figure in the field of alchemy during the medieval period. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Geber's work. The first section provides an introduction to Geber and his contributions to the field of alchemy. The subsequent sections cover topics such as the theory of transmutation, the preparation of various chemical compounds, and the use of alchemy in medicine. The book also includes a number of illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand Geber's theories and techniques. Overall, The Works of Geber is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of alchemy and the contributions of one of its most important figures.1928. Geber is the Westernized form of Jabir, the name of the celebrated Arab chemist to whom the books here printed have been ascribed. Within the last few years the mystery surrounding him has begun to disperse and the story of his life may be told here with some degree of probability.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: 1162568674
• ISBN13: 9781162568676
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"