{"product_id":"rare-alchemy-the-great-work-paperback-by-cherry-gilchrist","title":"RARE: Alchemy - the Great Work (Paperback) by Cherry Gilchrist","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlchemy centres on transformation. While it is often associated with the idea of turning metal into gold, its deeper meaning lies in personal change, where the raw material represents the self and the end result reflects growth, balance and greater awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eIn this clear and engaging study, \u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCherry Gilchrist\u003c\/span\u003e follows the development of alchemy from its early beginnings through to its height in the seventeenth century. She looks at its connections with ancient cultures, including Egypt, and traces how its ideas spread and evolved over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"834\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe book also unpacks the layered symbols used in alchemical texts and images, showing how they relate to inner development. It concludes by considering how these traditions continue to influence modern thought, offering a fresh perspective on an enduring practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Psychic News Bookshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57548000985413,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/9641\/9909\/files\/Alchemythegreatwork.jpg?v=1774881041","url":"https:\/\/www.psychicnewsbooks.com\/products\/rare-alchemy-the-great-work-paperback-by-cherry-gilchrist","provider":"Psychic News Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}