A Very Brief Tract Concerning The Philosopher's Stone

A Very Brief Tract Concerning The Philosopher's Stone is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. The book is a short treatise on the concept of the philosopher's stone, which is a legendary substance that was believed to have the power to transmute base metals into gold and also to grant immortality. The book provides a brief historical overview of the philosopher's stone, its significance in alchemy, and its symbolism in various traditions. Waite also discusses the various theories and beliefs surrounding the philosopher's stone, including its composition, properties, and methods of production. The book is written in a concise and straightforward style, making it accessible to both novice and experienced readers interested in the subject of alchemy and the philosopher's stone.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermetic Museum Restored, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592847.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.