Mysticism and Alchemy through the Ages

<p> An in-depth look into the foundations of mysticism and alchemy this book describes both physical and spiritual aspects of the various theories and practices of transformation with attention to the beliefs of Buddhism Christianity Hinduism Islam Judaism Sufism Tantrism Taoism and Yoga. The connection between early mystical pursuits and the development of alchemy from ancient China India and Egypt through Moorish Spain and into Latin Europe are illuminated along with the activities of early alchemists. The book which is heavily illustrated describes the beliefs experiments and secret messages that drew the believers and dreamers of the world together in search of wealth and immortality.</p>