Alchemy Rising: The White Book by Heliophilus (Collector's Edition) – Practical Alchemy & Hermetic Philosophy

Practical Alchemy, Hermetic Alchemy, Heliophilus

Alchemy Rising: The White Book is the magnificent second volume in Heliophilus' acclaimed Alchemy Rising series, devoted entirely to the mysteries of Water and the sacred alchemical menstruums that lie at the heart of the Royal Art. Drawing upon both the wisdom of the classical adepts and years of practical experience, Heliophilus leads readers through one of the most comprehensive modern explorations of Hermetic Alchemy available today.

Beginning with the celestial and earthly waters revered by the alchemists, the work follows their hidden pathways through the vegetable, animal and mineral kingdoms. Along this journey, readers discover the preparation of the traditional liquors, spirits, lixiviums and dissolvents used to purify, separate and transform matter according to the principles of Practical Alchemy.

The volume is divided into Theorica and Practica. Theorica introduces the symbolic foundations of transmutation, the Divine Feminine and the philosophical worldview that underpins Hermetic Alchemy. Practica then moves into detailed laboratory operations, exploring vegetable acetums, tartar, animal preparations, mineral salts and the celebrated Hand of the Philosophers. Heliophilus also investigates legendary subjects including the Alkahest of Paracelsus, the Philosophical Mercury, Prima Materia, the spirit wine of Lully and the elusive Sericon of the Sages.

Lavishly illustrated throughout with nearly 120 full-colour photographs, this volume combines historical scholarship, practical instruction and exquisite craftsmanship. Produced in an exceptionally small limitation and personally signed by the author, it represents one of the finest modern collector's editions devoted to the laboratory tradition of alchemy.

Premium Production Details

Author: Heliophilus

Publisher: Aula Lucis

Series: Alchemy Rising

Edition: Collector's Edition

Limitation: Limited to 60 hand-numbered copies

Signature: Signed by the author

Binding: Handbound in full goatskin

Cover: Hand-marbled by Freya Scott with a unique alchemical water pattern, triangular white leather inlay stamped in gold

Spine: White leather title band blocked in gold foil

Pages: 256

Size: 246 × 189 mm

Illustrations: Nearly 120 full-colour photographs and five illustrations

Paper: Munken Print Cream 150 gsm

Typography: Neacademia

Endpapers: Bespoke endpapers

Ribbon Marker: Silk ribbon

Head & Tail Band: Included

Extras: Letterpress bookmark and letterpress broadside featuring The Hand of the Philosophers

Condition: New