Secreta Secretorum: An Alchemical Translation Of The Second Epistle That King Alexander Sent To His Master Aristotle

By Lydgate John and Elias Ashmole

Book Overview

Secreta Secretorum is a book that contains an alchemical translation of the second epistle that King Alexander sent to his master Aristotle. The book was written by Elias Ashmole, who was a renowned alchemist and scholar of the 17th century. The text is a fascinating glimpse into the world of alchemy, as it explores the secrets of transmutation and the philosopher's stone. The book contains a wealth of information on the principles of alchemy, including the four elements, the seven planets, and the three principles of sulfur, mercury, and salt. It also includes practical instructions on how to create various alchemical substances, as well as a detailed description of the alchemical laboratory. Throughout the book, Ashmole draws on his extensive knowledge of the ancient Greek and Arabic alchemical texts, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of alchemy.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum, by Elias Ashmole. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802890.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: 1417917733
• ISBN13: 9781417917730
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"