The Alembic Still: A Collection of Short Aphorisms, Meditations, and Observations" is a collection of short aphorisms, meditations, and observations - the results of a number of years worth of written meditation on a life lived - written and presented by the author in clear and concise language and formulated in such a way as to leave an indelible mark on the reader's mind. Topics include happiness, joy, truth, love, religion, self-control, art, politics, science, success, wisdom, education - and many more.