Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum And The Way to Bliss

The Theatrum Chemicum Brittanicum and The Way to Bliss is a book written by Elias Ashmole. It is a comprehensive guide to alchemy, a philosophical and protoscientific tradition that aimed to transform base metals into gold and to discover the elixir of life. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, the Theatrum Chemicum Brittanicum, is a collection of alchemical texts and manuscripts from various authors, including John Dee, George Ripley, and Thomas Norton. It contains a wealth of information on alchemical theory, symbolism, and practice, including recipes for making various alchemical substances and instructions on how to perform alchemical experiments.The second part of the book, The Way to Bliss, is a spiritual treatise that explores the relationship between alchemy and Christian mysticism. Ashmole argues that alchemy is not just a physical science, but also a spiritual discipline that can lead to enlightenment and union with God. He draws on the writings of mystics such as Jakob Boehme and John Pordage to show how alchemical symbolism can be interpreted in a Christian context.Overall, The Theatrum Chemicum Brittanicum and The Way to Bliss is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the history of alchemy and its place in Western esotericism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, spirituality, and the occult.Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum and The Way to Bliss: In Three Books.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.