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The Elixir and the Stone A History of Magic and Alchemy

Hardback (25 Sep 1997)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Rationalism has reigned supreme in western culture since the Renaissance, and its terrible effects have been felt particularly in the 20th century. In this study the authors construct an alternative history of religion and thought.

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Viking

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Book information

ISBN: 9780670862184
Publisher: Viking
Imprint: Viking
Pub date:
DEWEY: 540.11209
DEWEY edition: 21
Number of pages: 453
Weight: 826g
Height: 243mm
Width: 160mm
Spine width: 42mm