The Sceptical Chymist or Chymico-Physical Doubts & Paradoxes, Touching the Spagyrist's Principles Commonly call'd Hypostatical; As they are wont to be Propos'd and Defended by the Generality of Alchymists. Whereunto is præmis'd Part of another Discourse relating to the same Subject.

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In an era marked by the dawn of modern science, Robert Boyle's "The Sceptical Chymist" challenges the established alchemical doctrines of his time. This groundbreaking treatise scrutinizes the spagyrist's principles, often referred to as hypostatical, and presents a compelling case for a more empirical approach to understanding matter. Boyle's incisive arguments not only question the validity of traditional alchemical practices but also lay the groundwork for future scientific inquiry. Ideal for students, historians, and civic activists interested in the evolution of scientific thought, this work invites readers to reconsider the foundations of chemistry and the nature of substances. Engage with Boyle's revolutionary ideas and explore the paradoxes that shaped a pivotal moment in scientific history.

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