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| Explorations in Daoism. Medicine & Alchemy in Literature |
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Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 01-09-2026, 01:37 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices
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By Ho Peng Yoke.
"The Daoist canon is the definitive fifteenth century compilation of texts concerning ritual, alchemical and meditation practices within Daoist religion. Many of these texts are undated and anonymous, so dating them is essential for a clear understanding of the development of Chinese alchemy, and the place of these texts in history.Ho Peng Yoke's Explorations in Daoism brings together an extraordinary compendium of data on alchemical knowledge in China, describing the methods used for dating important alchemical texts in the Daoist canon, and reconstructing and translating a number of alchemical texts that exist only in fragments scattered throughout the Daoist canon, pharmacopoeia and other compendia.This book provides a clear guide for students and scholars about the methods required for dating and reconstituting texts using techniques that can be applied to other areas of traditional Chinese culture also. As such, this book will appeal to those interested in Chinese alchemy, the history of science, Daoism and Chinese history."
https://tinyurl.com/y9m9xj42
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| Fiction: System of the World |
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Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 01-09-2026, 01:30 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices
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The System of the World is a novel by Neal Stephenson and the third and final volume in The Baroque Cycle. The title alludes to the third volume of Isaac Newton's Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica, which bears the same name. The System of the World won the Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel and the Prometheus Award in 2005, as well as a receiving a nomination for the Arthur C. Clarke Award the same year.
AI summary: In Neal Stephenson'sThe System of the World, alchemy is a pervasive force, intertwining with the novel's historical plot in 1714 London, particularly through the secret conflict between alchemist-Mint Master Isaac Newton and counterfeiter Jack Shaftoe (King of the Coiner) over Britain's new monetary system. The elusive, seemingly immortal figure Enoch Root acts as a catalyst, linked to ancient alchemical gold, while natural philosopher Daniel Waterhouse navigates this world of secret wars, scientific discovery (Newton vs. Leibniz), and the quest for the Philosopher's Stone, all set against the backdrop of political upheaval and the search for enduring value in a changing world.
Key Alchemical Elements & Themes:
- Isaac Newton: A historical figure deeply engrossed in alchemy, seeking the secrets of transmuting metals and achieving life eternal, even as he manages the Royal Mint.
- Jack Shaftoe: A rogue driven by love for Eliza, involved in counterfeiting and seeking legendary alchemical gold, creating chaos in the nascent financial system.
- Enoch Root: An enigmatic, ancient figure who appears across Stephenson's works, connected to vast, ancient alchemical treasures, including the mythic "Solomonic gold".
- Mercury (Quicksilver): A central symbol, representing alchemy, finance (money), communication, and trickery, linking the characters and plots.
- The Logic Mill & The Great Work: Daniel Waterhouse's pursuit to reconcile science and philosophy (like Newton's calculus vs. Leibniz's) mirrors the alchemical quest for perfection and understanding the "System of the World" itself, beyond just gold.
The Conflict:
The book culminates the Baroque Cycle, where the struggle to control Britain's money (a new "system") is a proxy for deeper conflicts between order and chaos, science and mysticism, and the very nature of value, all deeply rooted in alchemical traditions.
https://www.amazon.com/System-World-Neal...0434011770
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| Rudolf Steiner on Alchemy |
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Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 01-09-2026, 01:20 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices
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The Evolution of the Mysteries
by Rudolf Steiner
Excerpts from Rudolf Steiner's lectures and writings: Alchemy and the Rise of the Modern Mysteries; The Loss of the Divine and the Alchemical Quest; Mysteries of the Metals; The Standpoint of Human Wisdom Today; Alchemy and Consciousness - the Transformation; Alchemy and Archangels; The Alchemy of Nature - Mercury, Sulphur, Salt; Beyond Nature Consciousness - the Spiritual Goal.
https://skylarkbooks.co.uk/alchemy/
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| Source Library MCP Server |
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Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 01-09-2026, 01:14 PM - Forum: Articles on alchemy
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"Today, we're diving into something super cool for all you history buffs, researchers, and anyone who loves digging into the really old stuff: the Source Library MCP Server. Seriously, if you're into historical texts, especially those hard-to-find Hermetic, alchemical, and Renaissance manuscripts, you're going to want to pay attention. This isn't just another digital archive; it's a game-changer that brings academic rigor to rare texts with DOI-backed citations. We're talking about making obscure historical knowledge accessible and verifiable, which is a huge win for scholarly pursuits and curious minds alike."
https://talkin.icu/blog/source-library-f...historical
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| Nicolas Flamel - Écrits Alchimiques |
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Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 01-09-2026, 01:07 PM - Forum: Alchemy texts
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Only 1 copy available.
Sans doute le plus célèbre des alchimistes français, Nicolas Flamel (mort en 1418) doit sa gloire à sa prodigieuse fortune, aux origines inexplicables, sinon par la magie. C'est en effet en découvrant et en décryptant un livre fabuleux, Le livre d'Abraham le Juif, que Flamel aurait appris le secret de la pierre philosophale. Désireux de transmettre un si précieux secret, il aurait ensuite composé différents ouvrages, qui comptent parmi les textes fondateurs de l'Alchimie.
https://www.anathemapublishing.com/books...lchimiques
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