Alchemy & Alchemists by Sean Martin

Alchemy & Alchemists

Sean Martin

160 pages first pub 2001 (editions)

nonfiction history science informative reflective slow-paced

Description

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.

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Moods

informative 62%
funny 37%
inspiring 37%
lighthearted 37%
reflective 25%
challenging 12%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 28%
slow 14%

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