A dazzling work of personal travelogue and cultural criticism that ranges from the primitive to the postmodern in a quest for the promise and meaning of the psychedelic experience.

A Radical History of Plants, Drugs, and Human Revolution.

A Remarkably Reference Source for factual information on over a score of medicinal herbs.... Covers botany, history of use, preparation of extracts, animal toxicology, human responses, and established medical values-- ALL WITH EXCELLENT REFERENCES to the published literature. A fine balance is maintained in answering the questions asked by the researcher ( what is in there and what is its action) and the herbalist (how can it be used to heal and maintain a patient).

‘Ibogaine – Rite of Passage’ is a documentary about the use of the controversial substance ‘Ibogaine’ for the treatment of addiction.

Ibogaine is a substance that is derived from an African plant, which is used during initiations of the Bwiti culture in Gabon. In the sixties the anti-addictive properties were discovered by Howard Lotsof, who was an American heroin addict at that time. Shortly after his discovery, Ibogaine became illegal in the US. Ibogaine is surrounded by controversy and the pharmaceutical companies show no interest in this substance. Is it because of economical reasons or its hallucinogenic effects?

Cy (34) has been using a mixture of heroine and amphetamine for about 11 years, but his three children and his ambitions are more valuable to him. Kicking his addiction is a tough job for him. It reveals all his suppressed emotions.

Massavou (22) lives in the village Mitoné in Gabon. For her the traditional African initiation is part of a healing process. She suffered from an illness for more than a year and she hopes that eating the holy plant will be the starting point of a new phase in her life.

This revealing documentary shows the different aspects of this special substance by means of personal experiences and explanations of ex-addicts, treatment providers and ‘experts’.

One of the 8 ways of raising power in a circle is with the use of "herbs, incense, drugs, and alcohol". Very few practitioners explore this possibility as it has it's dangers. Even fewer books actually talk about their use. This is a good starting point for folks who wish to explore that method of raising power, and to do it SAFELY. A must have for any good worting witch.

Guide to cultivating peyote and other etheogenic cacti. In light of the possible extinction of wild peyote, this book is a great resource for those who want to preserve this sacred medicine.

Many positive and interesting views of peyote. Legends, testimonials for healing, thoughts from Native American church members, rituals of gathering, scientific studies, cultivation, legal issues. Words from the heart.

In Pharmako/Dynamis, Dale Pendell continues his exploration of psychoactive plants begun in Pharmako/Poeia. Pharmacognosy is the study of the composition, production, use, and history of drugs of natural origin. Pendell covers these topics and more in this volume, charting a voyage around the world of plant teachers. Through poetry, chemistry, and a generous sprinkling of arcane lore, Pendell weaves and twists the many threads of tradition into a singularly bewitching brew. Pendell's voyage is a true circumnavigation. It divulges what Gary Snyder called "dangerous knowledge" that is a formidable weapon against "even more dangerous ignorance."

Psychedelic plant poetry. entheogen as personal allies. Feeling comfortable with natural poisons. Practical tips on psychotropic plants as house guests. Beautiful stuff. Volume I includes: tobaccos, alcohol, absinthe, opium, kava, Salvia divinorum, Cannabis, nitrous. Highly recommended.

Comprehensive, definitive guide to phenethylamine psychedelics, such as mescaline, and a great love story. First searching for active mind compounds in a marriage of active minds, fascinating and compelling. Next, a detailed guide to 179 phenethylamines, with synthesis, dosage, duration, effects, and notes

Personal story of altered states, encountering rude entities in the mind-space. Practical guide to the home cultivation and kitchen chemistry of entheogens: morning glories, cactus, Dimethyltryptamine for ayahuasca and smoking, mushrooms, and others. Recommended.

This new edition is an archive of the psychedelic age. Information on the psychedelics botany and cultivation; effects and pharmacology; cannabis, peyote, mushrooms, famous psychedelics users and events.

Review Stanislav Grof, M.D., author of LSD Psychotherapy, Psychology of the Future, and The Cosmic Game : "Ralph Metzner, world famous pioneer of psychedelic research and consciousness explorer, brings together a masterful collection of writings exploring the nature of this extraordinary sacred potion, from its chemical and biological properties and psychological effects to its enormous healing and spiritual potential. This book will be an inspiration for lay audiences and a treasure trove of information for scholars studying consciousneess and the human psyche."

Rick Strassman, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, and author of DMT: The Spirit Molecule : "Thought-provoking, wide-ranging, and well-reasoned, Metzner's collection of essays and self-reports contains the widest representation of subjective effects and scientific information on ayahuasca in the modern West. It provides ideas for future research and is essential for beginners and veterans of the field."

Book Description

A compilation of writings on the chemical, biological, psychological, and experiential dimensions of Ayahuasca

By Christian Ratsch 944 pages Isbn: 0892819782

In the traditions of every culture, psychoactive plants—those known to transport the mind to other dimensions of consciousness—have been regarded as sacred. This book details the history, botany, and use of psychoactive plants and is lavishly illustrated with color photographs of the people, ceremonies, and art related to the ritual use of the world’s sacred psychoactive plants.

An herbalist shows how to release the complete healing properties of plants by using ancient spagyric (alchemical) methods.

The personal story continues, along with an excellent guide to many "places in the mind" and how to use them, practical psychedelic psychotherapy, and long chapters on Dimethyltryptamine plants and ayahuasca. Part two covers many new tryptamine variations with their synthesis and effects. Comprehensive appendices on drug laws, cactus alkaloids, carbolines, tryptamines. Truly great!

A useful reference volume for the garden or greenhouse, this small volume pulled from the pages of Sacred Cacti (2nd ed.) covers the cultivation of peyote and Trichocereus (san pedro) with notes on other species. Seed propagation as well as grafting (which includes a two page, 12 photo layout) is discussed.

Illustrated with over 40 black & white photo's the booklet includes a reference page, and index.

Contains photos not seen in San Pedro or Sacred Cacti (3rd ed.).

A book about Buddhism and psychedelics asks whether it's best, when seeking higher consciousness, to take the stairs or the elevator.