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Title: Der Graf von Saint-Germain: Das Leben eines Alchimisten
Original Publication: Germany: Paul Aretz Verlag,1923.
Credits: the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Der Graf von Saint-Germain: Das Leben eines Alchimisten" by Gustav Berthold Volz is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and enigmatic persona of the infamous alchemist Saint-Germain, exploring his upbringing, adventures, and the myths that surrounded him, including his purported mastery of alchemical secrets and his extensive travels across Europe. At the start of the text, the author introduces the character of Saint-Germain, describing him as a notorious figure of the 18th century known for his adventurer's spirit and penchant for disguise. The narrative highlights the dubious origins and ever-mysterious nature of Saint-Germain's background, suggesting he could be a scion of nobility, a Portuguese Jew, or even a commoner with no notable lineage. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his alchemical pursuits, his influence at royal courts, and the plethora of legends that formed around his life, ultimately painting a portrait of a man who thrived in both intrigue and deception. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Volz, Gustav Berthold, 1871-1938
EBook No.: 68838
Published: Aug 25, 2022
Downloads: 213
Language: German
Subject: Alchemists -- Biography
Subject: Saint-Germain, comte de, -1784
LoCC: Science: Chemistry
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Der Graf von Saint-Germain: Das Leben eines Alchimisten
Original Publication: Germany: Paul Aretz Verlag,1923.
Credits: the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Der Graf von Saint-Germain: Das Leben eines Alchimisten" by Gustav Berthold Volz is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and enigmatic persona of the infamous alchemist Saint-Germain, exploring his upbringing, adventures, and the myths that surrounded him, including his purported mastery of alchemical secrets and his extensive travels across Europe. At the start of the text, the author introduces the character of Saint-Germain, describing him as a notorious figure of the 18th century known for his adventurer's spirit and penchant for disguise. The narrative highlights the dubious origins and ever-mysterious nature of Saint-Germain's background, suggesting he could be a scion of nobility, a Portuguese Jew, or even a commoner with no notable lineage. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his alchemical pursuits, his influence at royal courts, and the plethora of legends that formed around his life, ultimately painting a portrait of a man who thrived in both intrigue and deception. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Volz, Gustav Berthold, 1871-1938
EBook No.: 68838
Published: Aug 25, 2022
Downloads: 213
Language: German
Subject: Alchemists -- Biography
Subject: Saint-Germain, comte de, -1784
LoCC: Science: Chemistry
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.