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The Art of Distillation

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  • 232 pages
  • 9 hours of reading

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The book emphasizes the value of honesty and intellectual pursuit over wealth and social status. The narrator critiques societal norms that favor the rich while advocating for the respect of philosophers and artists. Through examples like the nobleman's porter, the text illustrates a preference for wisdom and virtue over superficial appearances. It highlights alchemy as a noble art that promises not only material wealth but also health and longevity, celebrating figures like Artefius and Flamel as embodiments of true honor and wisdom.

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The Art of Distillation, John French

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2023
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