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Capturing the spirit of arcane writing, Evan S. Connell delivers spectacular and esoteric prose as he imagines the journals of seven alchemists. The first is Paracelsus, the famous sixteenth-century alchemist, who is followed by an array of distinct voices: physicians, historians,... Read Full Overview

The author of Son of the Morning Star, and Mrs. Bridge, offersan acute study of humanity in the form of the journals of seven fictional alchemists. The sense of mystery and the occult seem very alive in this pre-Renaissance setting filled with wisdom, hope, and healing philosophy... Read Full Overview