Publisher's Synopsis
The Ordinal of Alchemy is a book written by Thomas Norton, a 15th-century English alchemist. It is a treatise on alchemy, which was a popular form of science and philosophy during the Middle Ages. The book is divided into 14 chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of alchemy, such as the nature of metals, the properties of mercury, and the transmutation of base metals into gold. Norton's work is notable for its emphasis on practical experimentation and observation, rather than relying solely on theoretical speculation. The book also includes a number of illustrations and diagrams, which were intended to aid readers in their understanding of the alchemical processes described in the text. Overall, The Ordinal of Alchemy is an important work in the history of alchemy, and provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of medieval alchemists.THIS 112 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum, by Thomas Norton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802890.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.
