Within conventional science, the reductionist, materialist view asserts that matter is solely physical. Dr. Hauschka shows that open-minded study, based on qualitative observation and quantitative research, can overcome this now standardized view. Without denying the laws of matter, he shows the limitations of a science restricted by them, and points to new research that indicates the primal nature of spirit.

This classic work, reprinted in its original form, is the result of Dr. Hauschka’s many years of research at the Ita Wegman Clinic in Arlesheim, Switzerland. Through decades of experimentation, he came to radical conclusions suggesting potential new directions for science. This book includes the detailed results of Hauschka’s experiments — although his approach is not restricted to measurement and outer observations. Based on the work of Goethe and Rudolf Steiner, he encourages a method of seeing nature that has an artistic quality, and he calls for direct experience rather than intellectual theorizing.

A generally accessible book. The author deliberately avoids technical terms and academic styles in favor of vivid descriptions and lively discussions. His fascinating study takes in many substances, with chapters on plants, animals, oils, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, metals, carbon, oxygen, poisons, high dilutions, and much more.

Related Literature: This book is a companion volume to the author’s other work, Nutrition.

Author: Rudolf Hauschka
Translators: Marjorie Spock and Mary T. Richards
Paperback: 233 pages
Illustrations: Black and white illustrations
Publisher: Sophia Books (Reprint, 2008)
Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 inches