Publisher's Synopsis
The Secret Book of Artephius is an anonymous alchemical treatise believed to have been written in the 12th century. The book is attributed to the legendary alchemist Artephius, who is said to have discovered the Philosopher's Stone and achieved immortality. The text is divided into seven chapters, each of which contains detailed instructions on various alchemical processes, including the preparation of the Philosopher's Stone, the transmutation of metals, and the creation of the elixir of life. The book also includes a number of cryptic aphorisms and allegorical stories that are intended to convey deeper esoteric meanings. The Secret Book of Artephius is considered a classic of alchemical literature and has been studied and interpreted by generations of alchemists and occultists.Gather this with a spoon or feather dipping it in; and in doing so often times a day until nothing more arises; evaporate the water with a gentle heat, i.e., the superfluous humidity of the vinegre, and there will remain the quintessence, potestates or powers of gold in the form of a white oil incombustible. In this oil the philosophers have placed their greatest secrets; it is exceeding sweet, and of great virtue for easing the pains of wounds.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.
