The Perfection of Matter
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Traces the history of alchemy from its early association with religion, secret societies, and condemnation by the Church, to the modern chemistry of today. Describes the work of alchemists as they tried to transform base metals and explains the significance of the rituals which accompanied the experiments. Visits the city of Fez, Morocco, to show modern alchemists at work.
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, Traces the history of alchemy from its early association with religion, secret societies, and condemnation by the Church, to the modern chemistry of today. Describes the work of alchemists as they tried to transform base metals and explains the significance of the rituals which accompanied the experiments. Visits the city of Fez, Morocco, to show modern alchemists at work.NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.
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