The Elixir and the Stone: A History of Magic and Alchemy

Baigent and Richard Leigh, Michael

ISBN 10: 0670862185 / ISBN 13: 9780670862184

Edité par Viking, London, 1997

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First impression. Size: 8vo 7 3/4 - 9 3/4". xxvi + 454pp. Binding firm. Pages browned. Dust Jacket slightly marked and creased, with a couple of chips. Edges foxed and browned. Boards slightly bowed. Illustrated. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Magic, Paranormal & Occult; History. ISBN: 0670862185. ISBN/EAN: 9780670862184. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 59132.

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: The Elixir and the Stone: A History of Magic and Alchemy
• Éditeur: Viking, London
• Date de parution: 1997
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0670862185
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780670862184
• Reliure: Hardcover
• Édition: First Edition.
• État de l'article: Good
• État de la jaquette: Good
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • Magic, Paranormal & Occult

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Synopsis

In a pioneering study Baigent and Leigh construct an alternative history of religion and thought which begins with the Hermeticism of first century Alexandria and describes its fascinating pathways through Europe over the ensuing centuries. Along the way there are marvellous tales ofindividuals, including the Elizabethan magician John Dee and the Franciscan friar and alchemist Roger Bacon.

À propos de l?auteur

Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh have written five books together including the international bestseller THE HOLY BLOOD AND THE HOLY GRAIL.

Michael Baigent (a New Zealander by birth) lives in Winchester and Richard Leigh (an American) lives innorth London.