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Library of Alexandria
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 24 พ.ค. 2021
Bibliophile. Aesthete. Artist
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What is the size of the print? Size 9?
I would guess this book was written by S S A A T T A A N N...
I do wonder if the 'code' is simpler than anyone has expected. Could just be like shorthand - no vowels, but then, I'm no codebreaker, lol. Thank you. Very interesting! My theory is it's a witchcraft alchemy book of some kind; the type that would have had the author burned at the stake. Spells, recipes and whatnot that the writer had concluded had a lot of power.. if you believe in that sort of thing...that explains the required secrecy when handed down and the 'coding' of the information..
I like your theory and you could be right! Maybe one day we'll find out 🤞
It actually makes alot of sence...
"The book lays quite nicelty" you say, but your own video shows exactly the opposite, the book spine is very rigid and hard to keep open.
The only way to my father is through me JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD. never ever break this commandment.🤠🙏🏴☠️
*The Secret Key to Alchemy and Mysticism* "Kickstarting Nature's Draw Through Complexity" The key to all alchemy is deceiving but not hard to fashion. The ancients believed that they could summon gods and spirits through complexity. They used the secret corridors of metalsmithing to create complex objects like grails to conduct their ritual practices. Not only did they summon the gods but they brought about the generation of the birth and death of all humans by summoning them from the Celestial into the Earth. They believed in immortality and religious philosophy such as reincarnation, but this is only revealed through becoming a metalsmith, as one would fulfill their summoning and hold the keys to returning to a Celestial realm. The point is the summon all of humanity and trap them on earth indefinitely making them gods. The mysticism in alchemy further covers this up but dangles its key. Here one may interpret the woodcuts of artist like "William Blake." This lies in the vast tradition of "Creation" which is really the inspiration of complexity unto other creative acts. The Greek created men with iron, the Devil taught men originally to metalsmith in times way before Genesis, and the Pythagoreans locked men into a "Wheel of Rebirth" in mathematics whereby the alchemists were closest to the truth of all things. The draw of nature unto Celestial Beings without artistic endeavors is weak. The alchemists sought to multiply this draw through the ultimate complexity which would have been the transmutation of base metals, thus summoning greater beings into a cycle of birth and death whereby they would hold the keys. "As above, so below" Note* The Caduceus in alchemic traditions is another sort of taunting mystery by which the alchemists mock the uninitiated by which the truly wealthy live a life without labor closer to the reality of Earth. People without the keys to alchemy seek the opportunity of a life without labor and enriched without chemical addictions in the truth of the pineal gland and the spiritual. It is only here the keys to the complexity of the metalsmith become revealed in society. The Ouroboros is the social result of this kind of power, much like described in the Greek philosophy of Plato's Allegory of the Cave. It is interesting that the final proof of the alchemic world and, thus immortality, is related to the discovery of one's prior identities in rebirth and also their knowledge of origin Celestial origins that allows for the eye to awaken in next-life possibilities. The substance of the mind becomes more easily worked in Karmic physics unto new births. Who am I, so to speak? Am I Roger bacon, Nicholas Flamel, and where have I been? -Jeremy Nienow "You say it's your birthday? It's my birthday, too...": -The Beatles Earth is the biggest party that ever existed. The entire Celestial universe will be affected, forever. Any final battle or Armageddon will simply further justify its cause through the desire of all good beings.
I just literally joined but I've been a long time fan of the Library of Alexandria and its restoration. I'm starting to collect YT channels as my childhood passion of making books / journals has been reignited. Your channel reminds me of artisanal printing methods like this treasure exhibits stand out. Beautiful little book! Thanks for showing and conga rats to the winner! PS - I made my boyfriend very happy when I met him in Toronto & had the librarian there pull out the 1st edition (not first printing) of Bram Stoker's "Dracula". (My bf is a big fan of books & of vampires. LOL!)
I love your channel, your videos are very soothing and I appreciate that you share unique books not normally reviewed on TH-cam. You've mentioned that you're an artist, maybe you could incorporate artwork you've done or a sketchbook tour or something for a future video? Just my two cents.
Thanks for the feedback! I hadn't considered doing a sketchbook tour definitely worth considering ❤️
I watch your videos for ASMR. I don't have any recommendations, keep doing what you're doing.
Thanks for the support!
Using gematria, the ceptinary cipher, all the houses of the zodiac total to 315. Rule of colel, begets 314. First trinity of numbers of pi. Like, In the beginning.
I find your videos very relaxing and I enjoy listening to your take on things. I think it would be cool if you narrated some stories for future videos but I'd be happy to watch whatever you put out. Thanks for doing this giveaway!
Much of the reason i subscribed, is because i find your voice to be very relaxing and lovely, i listen to your videos often to relax and sleep, ASMR basically. I'd love to see more of the same from this channel, Can't say i have particular requests or anything specific to say besides i love your voice and taste in books lol.
Thank you for the feedback and for subscribing! I'm glad to hear you find the channel relaxing ❤️
I have a copy and love it
Do they have the prequel trilogy in this form other than the paperback version?
I think B&N have only published the original trilogy 🫤
@libraryofalexandria_ I'd like to get my hands on a prequel version should they decide to release one.. but not in paperback, but this type of design 👌
The manuscript looks very intriguing. Thank you for discussing this.
A book full of nonsense designed by someone knowing full well that no one could decipher it because it is never meant to be read just full of mumbo-jumbo
It would seem so. As much as I would like to believe in its authenticity I can't help but think it's a medieval Codex Seraphinianus of sorts.
"It's like some medieval terms and conditions" 😂
Hi friends! I want to apologize for the sound quality in the video, I was recording during a thunderstorm so there is a lot of white noise in the background, I hope it's not too distracting. I do intend on purchasing a better microphone for future videos but in the meantime, please bare with me while I sort out the technical difficulties. Thank you all for your support! ❤️
No Worries 😊
That made the video so relaxing
Your voice was clear.. not a problem :)
Looks nice!
I liked the one that started like," never laugh as a hearse goes by, for you may be the next to die!!" Such a good book!!!😎
That one stuck with me too!
I've got the book but I also figured it's not a good place to start if you're completely new on the matter. Which books do you recommend for that?
I'm not well versed on the subject so my recommendations are limited but I really enjoyed The Kybalion, it's a little controversial for being watered down but I liked it and I think it was a good introduction. I also really enjoyed The Secret Teachings of all Ages by Manly P. Hall and Initiation into Hermetics by Franz Bardon. Hope this helps!
@@libraryofalexandria_thats amazing thanks a million times for taking the time to reply
Beautiful book indeed.. have just ordered it from Amazon 😊
Love your videos, thank you x
really a nice book and a good price also... one of my favorites
Just picked this up today. Such a nice looking book. I love it lol
Hope you enjoy it!
No Lady Susan? 😢
Thank you for this wonderful video. I have a Doré - Bible more than100 years old in the Germany language - a very big book. Besids this I love the King James Bible too. Greetings from germany.
Wow that's very cool! How did you come to have it in your possession?
@@libraryofalexandria_ Years ago I saw it in the House of a very old and rich lady. After her death one of her sons got the Bible. Three years ago I received a phonecall and was asked if I'm interested in this Bible. So this very big and heavy Book in two volumes came to us, twenty years after the death of her. It was printed in 1890 witt the 230 pictures and the Text of Martin Luther. Now a part of my Bibe collection. I'm glad about all new printings to bring this wonderfull Pictures to the people. Best wishes and greetings. .
Amazing! A truly special addition to your collection. Thank you for sharing ❤️
Very nice book. I wish you make review on Donna Tartt "The Secret History" (30th anniversary edition)
I'm not familiar with The Secret History, I'll have to look into it. Thank you for the recommendation ❤️
IMHO, MinaLima series of HP book is somewhat more genuine and compelling than Jim Key edition. And the main reason why I prefer this very series - is simply its size, being not that enormous like Jim Key's books - you cannot comfortly read those in bed. On the other hand, MinaLima's books give that cozy feeling I love about books, especially concerning Harry Potter.
I couldn't agree more ❤️
It's an odd feeling to watch a review on the book having it on my bookshelf but yet unread. Ought to create a word for this feeling, like in the "Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows" 🤓
Found an original page from the color edition in the thrift for $20 . Worth about $1800- but some single pages can cost $9,000. I thought it was a repro at first , but I used a flashlight to provide raking light across the surface and could see the pigments and the shadow of the copper plate description on the reverse . Print features : Nepeta Germanica , Nepetella and Menta Felina ( catnip)
Wow incredible! That takes the gold for best thrift find ever haha
I've heard some not so great things about David Day. He takes liberties in his writing to add his own little things here and there. I wouldn't recommend his stuff as being a reliable source of information on Middle-earth.
Oh I didn't know that. Thanks for the info!
I really enjoy your videos. Thank You
How you doing?- Library~like!nice !till next time-
Thank you very much for this. Just ordered this book. 🙂💗🙏🏼
Hope you enjoy it!
I have this book .It is a beautiful book but it way too heavy and the print is too small for me even with glasses.I was just getting into the classics and thought it would be great to have almost all her novels in one book unfortunately I was wrong .Before I realized the bigger the book the smaller the font I also purchased a giant sized copy of Anne of green gables and Charles dickens .now Iam looking to repurchase these books in separate volumes.
I bought one of these Barnes and Noble leather bound Star Wars books almost a year ago now. The one I got was The Bounty Hunter Wars.
Thank you for making this video! Excited to have my own copy
Does it contain like any kind of magic like real harmful things? Cause I saw odd things when I googled the book
No, nothing harmful. The section on the occult and supernatural is a general dialogue about specific occult books and manuscripts.
I did really like thw review thank u so much + unfortunately it is not available in my country and I really want to read it 🥺💜
Oh no! eBay might be another place to search? Good luck 🤞
Children's books!?!? Nah, tis for ALL ages, lol! Got to love a nice hardback fairytale books.
Another great review! Not sure if it's just me but the video quality is kind of crap.
Thanks for the feedback! The video quality looks okay on my end but if more people have the same issue I'll re-upload 😊❤️
What a beautiful book‼️... again. It's such a pleasure to follow you introducing all these treasures. Thank you for your wonderful YT channel.💝
Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the reviews ❤️
MASTERPIECE !!!
Gorgeous! Hope to have it in my home library one day. Thanks for posting!❤
Ohhh. Very nice.
Canterbury classics and the Barnes & Noble ones, both impress me with their quality. Sure the books aren't folio or everyman's library quality, but for the price they are still surprisingly good (they are both Smyth sewn to memory serves, or at least their supposed to be). I have never been a romance novel kinda person either. I enjoy romance in novels but not that's about it. Though there are a few romance novels I don't mind, I'm fine giving them a chance.