The Elixir of Immortality

Alchemy is perhaps the most ancient spiritual science, which has been practised for centuries in different cultures. The author's quest began with an American called David Hudson, who in 1989 claimed to have discovered a new form of matter that initially defied scientific assays but which was eventually found to consist of gold and platinum. He took this white powder along to the local vet, who injected it into some terminally ill dogs; they subsequently recovered and were tumour free within a few weeks. The book explores various traditions of alchemy, bringing the story right up to date with recent experiments conducted with Hudson's chemist. He has not yet arrived at the elixir of life, but gives some substantial clues about the procedure. Traditionally, alchemists never revealed any of their secrets, partly because putting such power in the hands of humanity as a whole would be a leap of faith, as, like all other advances, these techniques could fall into the wrong hands. However, it may not be long before we hear more about this hidden science, which could provide an antidote to many of the diseases of civilisation. And with the right intentions, the capacity to create gold and platinum could give us the opportunity and resources to help create a new culture.