Publisher's Synopsis
""Remarks Upon Alchemy and the Alchemists"" is a book written by Ethan Allen Hitchcock that delves into the history, practices, and beliefs of alchemy and the alchemists. The book provides a detailed analysis of the origins of alchemy and its evolution over time, including its connection to ancient Greek philosophy and the development of the scientific method. Hitchcock also explores the various techniques and experiments used by alchemists in their attempts to transmute base metals into gold and silver, as well as their pursuit of the Philosopher's Stone, a legendary substance believed to grant eternal life. The book also examines the role of alchemy in the development of modern chemistry and its impact on the scientific community. Throughout the book, Hitchcock provides critical commentary on the validity and effectiveness of alchemy, questioning the credibility of many of its claims and practices. Overall, ""Remarks Upon Alchemy and the Alchemists"" provides a comprehensive overview of the history and significance of alchemy, offering insights into its cultural and scientific impact that continue to resonate today.1857. This work includes remarks upon alchemy and the alchemists, indicating a method of discovering the true nature of Hermetic philosophy; and showing that the search after the philosopher's stone had not for its object the discovery of an agent for the transmutation of metals. Being also an attempt to rescue from the undeserved opprobrium the reputation of a class of extraordinary thinkers in past ages.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.
