The Chemical Treatise Called Believe Me Or The Ordinal Of Alchemy - Thomas Norton - Bog

""The Chemical Treatise Called Believe Me Or The Ordinal Of Alchemy"" is a book written by Thomas Norton, a 15th-century English alchemist. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practice of alchemy, a medieval science that aimed to transform base metals into gold and discover the elixir of life. The book is divided into 20 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of alchemy, such as the nature of metals, the preparation of chemical substances, and the use of laboratory equipment. Norton also discusses the philosophical and spiritual aspects of alchemy, including the importance of purity and the role of the alchemist in the universe. The book is written in a straightforward and practical style, with clear instructions for conducting alchemical experiments. Norton draws on his own experience as an alchemist and includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points. Overall, ""The Chemical Treatise Called Believe Me Or The Ordinal Of Alchemy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of alchemy or the practice of medieval science. It provides a fascinating insight into the world of alchemy and the beliefs and practices of its practitioners.THIS 84 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermetic Museum Restored, by Thomas Norton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592847.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.