{"product_id":"book-dpko","title":"The Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy","description":"It's completely understandable if you're in the dark about alchemy. It has been practiced around the world and linked to various religious rites, scientific experiments, and, of course, magic - a series of beliefs and disciplines that defy categorization and definition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy\u003c\/i\u003e demystifies this ancient art with an easy-to-comprehend overview of its history, philosophies, and practices. In it, you get:\u003cbr\u003e- The basic principles of alchemy - including the Three Essentials that are present in all things\u003cbr\u003e- The alchemist's code - ciphers, signs, symbols, sacred geometry, and more\u003cbr\u003e- A list of tonics, elixirs, and other alchemical medicines\u003cbr\u003e- The three stages of alchemical transformation\u003cbr\u003e- The meaning and power of the Four Elements - Fire, Water, Air and Earth - and the Fifth Element, the Quintessence\u003cbr\u003e- A look at the relationship between alchemy and science\u003cbr\u003e- An exploration of the significance of the Philosopher's Stone\u003cbr\u003e- A behind-the-scenes tour of a medieval alchemist's laboratory\u003cbr\u003eSit back and enjoy Kris Dyer reading you \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2008 Dennis Hauck © 2019 DK Audio","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49329123819824,"sku":"BDdpko","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/367052-dpko-Square.jpg?v=1733735919","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-dpko","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}