Remarks Upon Alchemy and the Alchemists

""Remarks Upon Alchemy and the Alchemists"" is a book written by Ethan Allen Hitchcock, originally published in 1857. The book provides an overview of the history of alchemy, including its origins in ancient Egypt and Greece, as well as its development in medieval Europe. Hitchcock examines the various theories and practices associated with alchemy, including the transmutation of metals, the creation of the philosopher's stone, and the pursuit of immortality. He also discusses the prominent alchemists throughout history, such as Paracelsus and Isaac Newton, and their contributions to the field. Throughout the book, Hitchcock offers a critical analysis of alchemy, questioning its validity and scientific basis, while also acknowledging its impact on the development of chemistry and modern science. Overall, ""Remarks Upon Alchemy and the Alchemists"" provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history and legacy of alchemy.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.