Ethan Allen Hitchcock Soldier, Humanitarian, Scholar, Discoverer of the True Subject of the Hermetic Art

""Ethan Allen Hitchcock: Soldier, Humanitarian, Scholar, Discoverer Of The True Subject Of The Hermetic Art"" is a biography written by I. Bernard Cohen. The book follows the life of Ethan Allen Hitchcock, a prominent figure in American history who served as a soldier, diplomat, and scholar. The biography explores Hitchcock's military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. It also delves into his humanitarian work, such as his efforts to improve the lives of Native Americans and his advocacy for prison reform. The book also discusses Hitchcock's scholarly pursuits, including his discovery of the true subject of the Hermetic Art, an ancient practice of alchemy. Overall, ""Ethan Allen Hitchcock"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and accomplishments of this fascinating historical figure.Proceedings Of The American Antiquarian Society For April 1951.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.