Esoteric scholar Antoine Faivre draws on the full range of historical texts to explore the origins of this fascinating and multi-faceted figure: from his roots in ancient Greek religion, through to his role in second-century Alexandria and later importance in Renaissance magic and alchemy. Faivre, a master of esoteric scholarship, offers a learned yet accessible work, which we recommend highly.
 
Grand Rapids, MI: Phanes Press, 1995. Paperback, 210 pages. New.