A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art by A Lover of Philalethes : Kessinger Publishing : 9781169211148 : 1169211143 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art"" is a book written by W. Wynn Westcott, under the pseudonym ""A Lover of Philalethes"". The book is a brief exploration of the Hermetic Art, a philosophical and mystical tradition that originated in ancient Egypt and was later developed in Hellenistic and Roman times. The author explores the history of the Hermetic Art, its principles and practices, and its influence on Western culture. The book also discusses the relationship between Hermeticism and other esoteric traditions, such as alchemy and astrology. Written in a concise and accessible style, ""A Short Enquiry Concerning the Hermetic Art"" is a valuable introduction to the subject for anyone interested in esotericism, mysticism, and the history of ideas.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Collectanea Hermetica, by W. Wynn Westcott. T