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The Compound of Ancient Alchemy is a book written by Sir George Ripley, a 15th-century alchemist and monk. The book is a treatise on alchemy, a medieval science that aimed to transform base metals into gold and discover the elixir of life, among other things. The Compound of... Read Full Overview

The Compound of Ancient Alchemy is a book written by Sir George Ripley, a renowned alchemist of the 15th century. The book is a comprehensive guide to the ancient art of alchemy, which was practiced in Europe during the Middle Ages. It contains detailed instructions on how to... Read Full Overview

The Compound of Ancient Alchemy is a book written by Sir George Ripley, an English alchemist who lived in the 15th century. This book is considered one of the most important works of alchemy from this time period. It is a treatise on the process of creating the Philosopher's... Read Full Overview