The Book of Alchemy: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Hermetic Wisdom, Alchemical Symbols, Ancient Principles and the Mysteries of Transmutation (The Encyclopedia of Wonders)

Enter the mysterious world of alchemy through a richly illustrated journey into Hermetic philosophy, symbolism and transformation. Explore foundational concepts including Prima Materia, the Emerald Tablet, the Philosopher’s Stone, Hermes Trismegistus and the traditions associated with the Great Work. Each visually detailed entry presents important principles, symbols and ideas in an atmospheric encyclopedia format inspired by historical alchemical manuscripts and laboratories. From ancient foundations to the symbolic processes of transformation, the book reveals the extraordinary visual language that shaped centuries of alchemical thought. A striking reference collection for readers fascinated by alchemy, Hermeticism, esoteric history, symbolism and the mysteries of transformation.