Alchemist book tour kicks off with Dec. 1 Salt Spring event

“The alchemical world view assumes meaning,” Stratford said. “There is a ghost in the machine, and everything is inhabited by the ghost of meaning. The meaning of a chemical process, in its origin and its purpose, is divine. So in this world view, there is no line drawn between chemistry and theology. It’s the same thing.”

By providing explanations of the terms associated with alchemy, Stratford said he is hoping to reintroduce the language and symbolism that informs that worldview. Those who stand to benefit from adopting its framework are those in psychology, dreamwork, poetry and other creative modes.

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