C.J.S. Thompson

• Nov-1990
• / General Fiction
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A history of alchemy from its earliest origins in the East & West up to the beginning of scientific chemistry. Looks at the Elixir of Life, alchemical laboratories & apparatus, symbols & alphabets & portraits of eminent alchemists. Illustrated with 5...

• Aug-2005
• / Fantasy
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It is probable that the professional magician was originally one who, in the course of the evolution of society by birth, study and practice, acquired a powerful influence over his fellows. -C.J.S. Thompson, Chapter 1: The Genesis of Magic In this tr...

• Nov-2019
• / General Fiction
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The Mystery and Romance of Alchemy and Pharmacy by C. J. S. Thompson is a sweeping and scholarly exploration of two of the most fascinating disciplines in the history of human thought and practice. It traces the mysterious evolution of alchemy, with ...

• May-2024
• / Fantasy
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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

• May-2024
• / General Fiction
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C. J. S. Thompson's Poison Romance and Poison Mysteries offers a scholarly yet deeply captivating exploration of one of humanity's most enduring fascinations: the history, mythology, and cultural significance of poison. Rather than limiting itself to...