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Summa perfectionis

The Sum of Perfection

Summa perfectionis

Latin

Pseudo-Geber (likely Paul of Taranto) late 13th century · published 1542

492 pages

Alchemy Hermetica Natural Philosophy Shwep

Alchemy Hermetica Natural Philosophy & Science

About This Book

alchemynatural-philosophychemistrymedicine

Unlock the foundational secrets of the 'Master of Masters' in this definitive medieval guide to the Great Work. Discover how the systematic purification of spirits and the mastery of fire can bridge the gap between human art and the thousand-year processes of nature.

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A colored hermetic emblem featuring a pelican in her piety atop a Rosy Cross cube, surrounded by the text 'PHILOSOPHIA HERMETICA'.

emblem

Hand-colored alchemical emblem for 'Philosophia Hermetica' featuring a pelican in her piety.

emblem

Woodcut diagram of an alchemical distillation apparatus featuring a furnace and an alembic.

diagram

Woodcut diagram of an alchemical distillation apparatus with three stacked vessels and stylized flames.

diagram

Woodcut illustration of an alchemical distillation apparatus, including a brick furnace (athanor), an alembic, and a receiving flask.

diagram

Woodcut illustration of an alchemical furnace with distillation apparatus.

diagram

A woodcut diagram of an alchemical distillation apparatus, featuring an alembic and a furnace.

diagram

Hand-drawn diagram of alchemical distillation apparatus including a furnace, vessel, and alembic.

diagram

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