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The Count of Saint-Germain by Isabel Cooper-Oakley is a biography of the enigmatic historical figure known as the Count of Saint-Germain. The book delves into the life of the Count, who was believed to have been born in the late 17th century and lived until the late 18th century. The Count was known for his incredible longevity, his mastery of many languages, and his extensive knowledge of alchemy, music, and art.The book begins by tracing the Count's early life and the various legends and myths that have grown up around him. It then goes on to explore his travels throughout Europe, his interactions with various historical figures of the time, and his involvement in various political and cultural movements.Throughout the book, Cooper-Oakley draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of the Count. She also explores the various theories and speculations that have been put forward about his origins, his abilities, and his ultimate fate.Overall, The Count of Saint-Germain is a fascinating and engaging biography of one of history's most intriguing figures. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in the occult, European history, or the mysteries of the past.The life and activities of an important mystic and philosopher who influenced the 18th century. Overshadowing all is the figure of Christian Rosenkreutz and the work of the Rosicrucians, Alchemists and Masons during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.