Several Works Of Unknown Alchemistical Philosophers

by Elias Ashmole

""Several Works of Unknown Alchemistical Philosophers"" is a book written by Elias Ashmole, a prominent English antiquary and alchemist. The book is a collection of various alchemical works written by unknown authors, which were discovered by Ashmole during his research on the subject. The works deal with various aspects of alchemy, including the transmutation of metals, the creation of the philosopher's stone, and the attainment of spiritual enlightenment. Ashmole provides commentary and analysis on each work, offering insight into the theories and practices of alchemy in the 17th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of alchemy, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of early modern science and mysticism.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE Theatrum Chemicum Brittannicum, by Elias Ashmole. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802890.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.

80 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2005

About the author

Elias Ashmole (23 May 1617 – 18 May 1692) was a celebrated English antiquary, politician, officer of arms, astrologer and student of alchemy. Ashmole supported the royalist side during the English Civil War, and at the restoration of Charles II he was rewarded with several lucrative offices.

Ashmole was an antiquary with a strong Baconian bent for the study of nature. His library reflected his intellectual outlook, including works on English history, law, numismatics, choreography, alchemy, astrology, astronomy, and botany. Although he was one of the founding members of the Royal Society, a key institution in the development of experimental science, his interests were antiquarian and mystical as well as scientific. He was an early Freemason, although the extent of his involvement and commitment is unclear. Throughout his life he was an avid collector of curiosities and other artifacts. Many of these he acquired from the traveller, botanist, and collector John Tradescant the Younger. Ashmole donated most of his collection, his antiquarian library and priceless manuscripts to the University of Oxford to create the Ashmolean Museum.