by C.J.S. Thompson · tapa dura · ISBN 0045863026347
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«The Lure and Romance of Alchemy» is the historical essay by C.J.S. Thompson on alchemy, published by Bell Publishing in hardback, in English.
The work traces the secret link between magic and science in the history of alchemy. Thompson explains the ideas, symbols and practices of the alchemists, and shows how that hermetic tradition coexisted with the early steps of chemistry and modern science. It also addresses the philosophical and occult dimension of alchemy.
The cover subtitle is «A history of the secret link between magic and science». In the catalogue it is classified under History and Philosophy.
A work of interest to readers of the history of science, philosophy and occultism, as well as to enthusiasts of alchemical symbolism.
