Publisher's Synopsis
The Quest Of The Philosopher's Stone is a book written by H. Stanley Redgrove. The book is about the history and mystery surrounding the Philosopher's Stone, a mythical substance that was believed to have the power to turn base metals into gold and provide the elixir of life. The author explores the various theories and beliefs surrounding the Philosopher's Stone, including its origins in ancient alchemy and its connections to spiritual and mystical practices. Redgrove also discusses the attempts made by alchemists throughout history to create the Philosopher's Stone, and the impact these attempts had on science and medicine. The book is a fascinating exploration of the history and mythology of one of the most enduring and mysterious substances in human history.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Bygone Beliefs Being a Series of Excursions in the Byways of Thought, by H. Stanley Redgrove. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101568.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.
