The Immortality of the Philosopher's Stone: Exploring Alchemy

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. An ancient practice that attempts to transmutate base metals into precious gold and elixirs of longevity or eternal life, alchemy involves the basics of inorganic chemistry and the search for the ultimate wisdom. This book explores alchemy and its history, plus the ultimate goals, the Philosopher's Stone and the Emerald Tablet. Also included are biographies on notable alchemists through the ages.


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