Publisher's Synopsis
The Glory of the World or Table of Paradise: An Early Alchemical Treatise is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. This book is an in-depth exploration of alchemy, a philosophical and protoscientific tradition that aimed to transform base metals into noble ones and to discover the elixir of life. The book is based on an early alchemical treatise that Waite discovered and translated, and it provides a detailed analysis of the symbols, metaphors, and allegories used in alchemy. The book also discusses the history of alchemy, its practitioners, and its influence on modern science and culture. The Glory of the World or Table of Paradise is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of alchemy or the esoteric traditions of Western civilization.THIS 86 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermetic Museum Restored, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592847.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.
