What is consciousness? What is the nature of reality? Is there the possibility of an afterlife? In this both personal and scholarly investigation, Rachel Meisler Zirlin brings us on her lifelong quest to understand these and other mysteries. She traces a course through religious and metaphysical exploration, loss, illness, and survival on her journey towards meaning and enchantment.
The narrative begins as a memoir, yet soon finds itself delving deeply into an examination of quantum physics, philosophy, and paranormal phenomena. It is indeed rare to find a book with quotes from Niels Bohr, Carl Sagan, William James, Jim Carrey, J.K. Rowling, and William Shakespeare, all in one tight package! Drawing from history, philosophy, literature, and the sciences, the author's lucid prose integrates a wide array of theories and paradigms into a cohesive whole. By joining her on this journey, readers are sure to discover some enchantment of their own along the way.