Science-fiction Studies, Volume 35, Issue 1SFS Publications, 2008 - Science fiction |
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... alchemical reference . ( In alchemical interpretation Jason's golden fleece described in the Argonautica was really a sheepskin manuscript revealing alchemical secrets . ) During the third day , supernatural and alchemical elements had ...
... alchemical reference . ( In alchemical interpretation Jason's golden fleece described in the Argonautica was really a sheepskin manuscript revealing alchemical secrets . ) During the third day , supernatural and alchemical elements had ...
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... alchemical process to follow . Mercury ( either the element mercury or whatever secret preparation the alchemist called mercury ) was often considered the living principle , the source of life . The fountain , a strong alchemical symbol ...
... alchemical process to follow . Mercury ( either the element mercury or whatever secret preparation the alchemist called mercury ) was often considered the living principle , the source of life . The fountain , a strong alchemical symbol ...
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... alchemical theory ] are composed of the same ingredients but in differing proportions and grades of purity , transmutation is possible by purification and adjustment of proportions " ( Principe 153 ) . To create this transmutation the ...
... alchemical theory ] are composed of the same ingredients but in differing proportions and grades of purity , transmutation is possible by purification and adjustment of proportions " ( Principe 153 ) . To create this transmutation the ...
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