Alchemy and Alchemists - Hardcover

Martin, Sean

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0785822313 ISBN 13: 9780785822318

Publisher: Chartwell Books, 2009

Synopsis

This book explores the history of the so-called Royal Art, from its mysterious beginnings in Egypt and China, through the Hellenistic world and the early years of Islam and into medieval Europe.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Pocket Essentials is a dynamic series of books that are short, snappy, and easy to read. Packed with facts as well as opinions, each book has all the key information you need to know about such popular topics as film, television, cult fiction, politics, and more. In addition to an introduction to the subject, each topic is individually analyzed and reviewed, examining its impact on popular culture or history. There¹s also a reference section that lists related web sites and weightier (and more expensive) books on the subject. For media buffs and students, these are great entry-level books that build into an essential library.

About the Author:

Sean Martin is the author of several other Pocket Essentials titles, including Alchemy and Alchemists, Andrei Tarkovsky, The Cathars, The Gnostics, and The Knights Templar.

About this edition

• Publisher: Chartwell Books
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0785822313
• ISBN 13: 9780785822318
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160