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. The book is a translation of an ancient text attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, a legendary figure in alchemy. The text discusses the process of creating the Philosopher's Stone, a substance believed to have the power to transmute base metals into gold and grant immortality. The book provides a detailed explanation of the alchemical process and the symbolism involved in the creation of the Philosopher's Stone. It also explores the spiritual and philosophical aspects of alchemy, including the concept of the unity of all things and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. The Golden Treatise of Hermes Trismegistus Concerning the Physical Secret of the Philosopher's Stone is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and practice of alchemy, as well as anyone interested in the symbolism and philosophy of the ancient world.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.
