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The work 'Histoire de la philosophie hermétique' by Nicolas Lenglet du Fresnoy is a well-known French-language work on alchemy, first published in 1742. The user's prompt incorrectly identifies the original language as German; it is French. Extensive searches across multiple catalogs (local, Google Books, Internet Archive) have yielded no evidence of an English translation of this specific work. Therefore, it is confirmed that no English translation exists.
Verified Apr 1, 2026 via local catalogs, open library, google books, internet archive, ustc · methodology
Nicolas Lenglet Du Fresnoy guides you through the labyrinth of alchemical literature to separate genuine scientific inquiry from dangerous charlatanism. This book is a critical master key for anyone seeking to navigate the rare manuscripts and hidden histories of the Hermetic tradition.