The Mirror of Alchemy Composed by the Famous Friar Roger Bacon Sometime Fellow of Martin College and Brasen-Nase College in Oxenforde - Roger Bacon - Bog

The Mirror of Alchemy is a book written by the renowned Friar Roger Bacon, who was once a fellow of Martin College and Brasen-nase College in Oxenforde. The book is a treatise on the subject of alchemy, which was a popular field of study during the Middle Ages. In this book, Bacon provides a detailed explanation of the principles and practices of alchemy, including the transmutation of base metals into gold, the creation of the philosopher's stone, and the attainment of immortality. The Mirror of Alchemy is considered to be one of the most important works on alchemy, and it has been studied and referenced by scholars and practitioners of the art for centuries. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise in the field of alchemy.1597. The Mirror of Alchemy is an alchemical classic written by Roger Bacon, (Doctor Mirabilis: Latin for Wonderful Teacher), English Franciscan philosopher and educational reformer was a major medieval proponent of experimental science and is thought of as one of the earliest advocates of the modern scientific method. He studied mathematics, astronomy, optics, alchemy, and languages. His Opus Majus contains treatments of mathematics and optics, alchemy and the manufacture of gunpowder, the positions and sizes of the celestial bodies, and anticipates later inventions such as microscopes, telescopes, spectacles, flying machines and steam ships.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.