A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art by A Lover of Philalethes

""A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art"" is a book written by W. Wynn Westcott, under the pseudonym ""A Lover of Philalethes"". The book is a concise exploration of the Hermetic Art, which is the study of alchemy and the search for the philosopher's stone. The author delves into the history, philosophy, and symbolism of alchemy, as well as its practical applications. The book also includes a discussion of the three principles of alchemy: sulfur, mercury, and salt. The author provides insights into the spiritual and mystical aspects of the Hermetic Art, as well as its connection to other esoteric traditions. Overall, ""A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of alchemy.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Collectanea Hermetica, by W. Wynn Westcott. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459260X.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.