The Elixir and the Stone by Michael Baigent

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The Elixir and the Stone by Michael Baigent

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Summary

The authors of THE HOLY BLOOD AND THE HOLY GRAIL tell the story of the alternative philosophy of hermeticism, which originated in Greek Alexandria but went underground for many centuries under the assault of Christianity. Focusing on the oneness of everything, hermeticism is a central part of New Age beliefs. Originally published in 1997 by Viking.

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The Elixir and the Stone by Michael Baigent

In this study Baigent and Leigh construct an alternative history of religion and thought which begins with the Hermeticism of 1st century Alexandria and describes its pathways through Europe over the ensuing centuries. Along the way there are tales of individuals, including the Elizabethan magician John Dee and the Franciscan friar and alchemist Roger Bacon.

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ISBN 13 9780140247930
ISBN 10 0140247939
Title The Elixir and the Stone
Author Michael Baigent
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 1998-08-06
Number of pages 512
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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