Rosa Alchemica by W. B. Yeats
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"Rosa Alchemica" by W. B. Yeats is a philosophical novel that explores themes of alchemy, spirituality, and the artist's pursuit of transcendence, likely written in the early 20th century. The book is centered around the protagonist's encounters with the enigmatic Michael Robartes and a secretive group seeking to understand and engage in alchemical practices as a means of transforming both self and society. It delves into mystical concepts and the search for
a deeper, more meaningful existence through the lens of alchemical symbolism. In "Rosa Alchemica," the story unfolds as the narrator reflects on his past and recent interactions with Robartes, leading him into a world filled with ancient wisdom and metaphysical inquiry. As he grapples with the melancholy of separation from the divine beauty depicted in art and mythology, he is drawn into an alchemical order that promises transformation and spiritual awakening. The narrative blends personal introspection with vivid imagery of rituals and the mystical dance, emphasizing a conflict between the search for aesthetic pleasure and a longing for genuine spiritual connection. Through these experiences, the protagonist confronts the challenges of the human condition and the limitations of intellect and artistic expression in the quest for enlightenment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939 |
|---|---|
| Title | Rosa Alchemica |
| Credits |
Text file produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Alchemists -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5794 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jul 6, 2017 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 481 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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