Publisher's Synopsis
The Golden Treatise of Hermes Trismegistus Concerning the Physical Secret of the Philosopher's Stone is a book written by Mary Anne Atwood. This book is a translation of an ancient text that is believed to have been written by the legendary alchemist Hermes Trismegistus. The text discusses the physical secret of the Philosopher's Stone, an elusive substance that was believed to have the power to turn base metals into gold and grant eternal life. The book explores the symbolism and mythology surrounding the Philosopher's Stone and provides insight into the alchemical practices of ancient times. Atwood's translation includes commentary and analysis, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of alchemy or the pursuit of the Philosopher's Stone.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Suggestive Inquiry into the Hermetic Mystery with a Dissertation on the More Celebrated of the Alchemical Philosophers Being an Attempt Towards the Recovery of the Ancient Experiment of Nature45, by Mary Anne Atwood. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766108112.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.
