In Pursuit of Gold: Alchemy in Theory and Practice

Lapidus; Stephen Skinner

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0854350438 ISBN 13: 9780854350438

Publisher: Samuel Weiser, 1976

This book is an outstanding resource for the modern pursuant of gold. Lapidus has spelled out the key information at the heart of this noble enterprise. Lovers of the Art will marvel at the candor and generosity of this author who so freely throws open the door to the sanctuary. Traditional stumbling blocks are highlighted and dispelled as the reader is taken methodically through the challenges of both the literature and the practical work. While much is revealed, the author (like his peers) also cleverly introduces doubts; little is withheld, but the variety of descriptive methods and names lead the unwary reader into the mire. However, the seeming contradictions cannot withstand the persistent scrutiny of an enterprising individual.