Alchemists of old attempted to make sense of the universe--to discover the connection between mind and matter. Some of today's scientists, in particular quantum physicists, are doing the same. In this contribution to the study of consciousness, physicist Fred Alan Wolf reveals what he calls the "new alchemy"--a melding of the ideas of the old alchemists and the new scientists to reach a fuller understanding of mind and matter.An elegant book with short, stand-alone chapters, each framed by an alchemical symbol and its definition. Thought-provoking for scientists and lay people alike. "How refreshing to have a scientist put the emphasis on the individual-where it belongs! Wolf has written a glorious entertainment for the mind that matters." -- Kenneth Ring, Ph.D., author of Lessons from the Light "I consider Fred Alan Wolf one of the most important pioneers in the field of consciousness. This book could change the way you perceive the world." --Deepak Chopra, M.D., FACP, author of How to Know God "Once again, physicist Fred Alan Wolf takes us on a magical mystery tour into the adventure land of science and spirit . . . both enthralling and energizing...." --Michael Toms, co-founder, host, producer of New Dimensions Radio Fred Alan Wolf, Ph.D. works as a physicist, writer, and lecturer. His work in quantum physics and consciousness is well known through his popular and scientific writing. He is the author of fourteen books, including Taking the Quantum Leap, which was the recipient of the prestigious National Book Award for Science.