The book explores the complex world of alchemy, an ancient discipline that combines philosophy, spirituality, chemistry and symbolism. The author offers a comprehensive overview of the history, theory and practice of alchemy, with special emphasis on its
All about the magic of ancient Egypt: the role of magic in controlling the gods, powerful amulets that protected against evil spirits, scarab immortality, the use of wax images, formulas and spells, the secret name, etc.