Historically, alchemy is based on the ancient belief that all matter consists of various mixtures of four basic elements: Earth, Air, Fire and Water. In current usage, any chemistry based on ancient principles rather than modern physics may be included.
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- The Chymistry of Isaac Newton A project of the University of Indiana aiming to transcribe Newton's alchemical manuscripts, to investigate the laboratory techniques of Newton's time, and to replicate contemporary equipment and experiments.
- The History of Alchemy Relates the rise and fall of alchemy starting with the ancient Egyptians and Babylonians round about 2000BC, and continuing on till modern times.
- The Impossible Machine Includes symbolo-poetic descriptions of the base metals of alchemy, as well as a section on the four medieval elements. Alchemy is presented as implicitly related to occult transformation and magic as well as to traditions in history and literature.
- The Alchemy Web Site on Levity.com A library of imagery, symbols, music, alchemical texts and commentary. Includes course material in practical alchemy, bibliography, and modern day resources.
- Corpus Stavish The writings of Mark Stavish, a long-time student of esotericism who has written over two dozen articles, book reviews, and interviews on western esoteric philosophy and practices.
- Alekemi: Alchemical School Also offers Spagyric courses, from history, theory, and inner work to practical laboratory operations and medicine making.
- Alchemy Guild A website of a group of alchemists from around the world who come together to exchange news, views, and research in all forms of practical and spiritual alchemy.
- The Alchemy Web Site of Adam McLean A very large collection of high quality alchemical resources created by Adam McLean, a well known authority on and enthusiast for alchemical texts and symbolism, the editor and publisher of over 40 books on alchemical and Hermetic ideas.
- The Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry Includes membership information, a schedule of meetings events, educational material and links.
- Ages of Alchemy An assorted collection of links and images, mostly related to alchemy.
- The Spagyricus Institute Alchemical Education, continuing in the tradition of Frater Albertus and Paracelsus College. Classes, articles, alchemical products.
- The Alchemy Lab Alchemy links and resources.
- Alchemy Forums Discussions covering both practical alchemy and spiritual alchemy.
- In Pursuit of Gold An online version of the book by Lapidus discussing theory and practice of Alchemy.
- Wikipedia: Alchemy A detailed article covering the history of alchemy and its place in the modern society.
- International Alchemy Conference A gathering of alchemists from all around the world.