Lives of Alchemystical Philosophers by A.E. Waite
Publication: 1888 George Redway First Edition Thus
Originally released anonymously in 1815, the true identity of the author remains a mystery and is often incorrectly attributed to the Victorian occultist Francis Barrett. A.E. Waite played a crucial role in shaping the text, primarily through his extensive editorial revisions of many biographies. He also provided a thorough exploration of the life of the enigmatic and controversial figure Cagliostro, a noted magician and alchemist.
In addition to these biographies, the volume includes a fascinating—though occasionally flawed—bibliography that highlights a range of influential alchemical and hermetic works.
Condition: original publishers brown cloth boards, corners bumped, spine ends frayed, beveled edges, with moderate damage to the edges in general, discoloration spots to the front board, institutional stamp opposite side of the ffep, pages clean, binding tight, all things considered still in Very Good condition