Where Science and Magic Meet

By far one of my favorite books on the shelf. I have read through it twice and found it enjoyable both times. She does a wonderful job explaining herself so that an introductory reader can follow along. The only reason I did give it 5 stars is the lack of depth regarding chemical interactions in the human brain. If you like this, also see DMT: The Spirit Molecule by Rick Straussman.

This very well researched book delves into everything from: Universal Patterns, PSI reasearch, Breaking down rituals to see why and how they work; How our own PSI and Anti-PSI abilities affect the successful outcomes of our spells, meditations, prayers. The psychological factors that either help or hinder our ability to affect our destinies. She goes into theorize about the Pineal Gland is really the third eye, and how science backs this up. Overall a lot of research is presented here to tie in science(including Quantum Physics, magick, anthropology and parapsychology. Actually rather easy to read considering how much information is contained. Highly recommended for anyone who is looking for some advanced information on working Magick!

I read this book years ago, soon after it was published and was blown away by it's even-handed treatment of the material. In particular, the analysis of the pineal gland as the biological equivalent of the "third eye" is exceptional. Skeptics should "subject" themselves to this material which may transform their views and widen their perspective. A thoroughly well-written piece on the physical reality of magick in all of it's forms. I eagerly await Dougal's next work.

Where Science and Magic Meet is one of the source books I use for a survey class I occasionally teach. The book provides information from both a mystical and scientific perspective, without being too *airy-fairy* or b-o-r-i-n-g. I find it very useful as an introduction for folks with no background in the genre and who are skeptical of the idea that *Magick* works. She explains it beautifully.

Serena Roney-Dougal is both an academic and a witch. Her work combines scientific research and pagan culture. There are no lists of spells, cookbook rituals, or lyrics to invocations. This is an interesting read for a cynical mystic.