The Art of Vedic Alchemy Vol.1 takes you on a journey through the preparation of over forty different base compounds used in various Rasa Shastra formulas. Each of the twelve sections covered in this presentation are illustrated with high quality photographs and easy to follow explanations. An overview of equipment, raw materials, quantity and preparation techniques are considered in detail, along with the general applications of Rasa Medicine.

The Art of Vedic Alchemy Vol.2 continues the processing on a number of different Rasa materials using a more western approach to the calcination of ingredients. Volume 2 explores the introduction of an electric kiln to substitute the use of puta. Each of the ten sections covered in this presentation are illustrated with high quality photographs as well as detailed analysis of preparation techniques. The general applications of these compounds and their medicinal value is also discussed.

The Art of Vedic Alchemy Vol.3 concludes the processing on a number of different organic Rasa materials, this latest edition in the series focuses on three main areas of research. (Visha & Upavisha) - poisonous plant material including Aconite, Datura and Nux Vomica, (Chemical Analysis) - XRD and SEM tests and chemical breakdowns of various Rasa medicines, (Puta Temperature Testing) - scientific analysis of puta temperature and its effect upon Rasa materials.

The Art of Vedic Alchemy SE (Special Edition) combines all three volumes on one CD-Rom. All presentations include forewords by Dr. Partap Chauhan from the Jiva Institute in Faridabad, near Delhi in India. This special edition of the Rasa Shastra trilogy is excellent value, saving over £20.00 on the total purchase price!