Alchemically Stoned - The Psychedelic Secret of Freemasonry

P.D. Newman's bold and daring theory provides a radical interpretation of Masonic symbolism. In the tradition of Wasson Hofmann and Ruck in The Road to Eleusis: Unveiling the Secret of the Mysteries (1978) and Heinrich's Strange Fruit: Alchemy Religion and Magical Foods (1995) Newman suggests that practical psychoactive pharmacology rather than philosophy lies concealed in the root of some of our allegories and mysteries. Admitting to being more than a mere theoretician Newman draws from his own personal experiences and a wide range of sources in presenting his theory in a logical manner which merits consideration. - Arturo De Hoyos 33* Grand Archivist and Grand Historian Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction