Hermetic Arcanum

The Hermetic Arcanum is a book written by Jean d'Espagnet that delves into the esoteric world of Hermeticism. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the principles of Hermeticism and the second on its practical application. The first part of the book covers the fundamental principles of Hermeticism, such as the concept of the One, the nature of the universe, and the role of the human soul in the cosmic order. It also discusses the importance of alchemy and the transmutation of base metals into gold. The second part of the book is more practical in nature and provides detailed instructions on how to perform alchemical experiments and create the philosopher's stone. It also includes a number of illustrations and diagrams to aid in the understanding of the alchemical processes described. Overall, The Hermetic Arcanum is a fascinating exploration of the world of Hermeticism and alchemy, providing both theoretical and practical insights into this ancient art. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of alchemy or the esoteric traditions of the Western world.This essay presents the secret work of the Hermetic philosophy wherein the secrets of nature and art concerning the matter of the philosophers' stone and the manner of working are explained in an authentic and orderly manner.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.