Books matching: altered states of consciousness
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'The Art of Dreaming' by Carlos Castaneda delves into the realm of dreaming as a gateway to perceiving other worlds and realms. Through the teachings of Don Juan, the protagonist learns about the concept of the assemblage point and how shifting it can lead to a heightened state of awareness. explores the seven gates of dreaming, inorganic beings, and the dangers and rewards of journeying into different worlds through dreams. The writing style is described as fascinating, engrossing, and challenging, presenting material that is extremely edifying.
Over the past twenty years, I have written a series of books about my apprenticeship with a Mexican Yaqui Indian sorcerer, don Juan Matus. I have explained in those books that he taught me sorcery, bu... - #2
'The Psychedelic Experience: A Manual Based on the Tibetan Book of the Dead' by Timothy Leary and Ralph Metzner is a guidebook that combines Tibetan Buddhism traditions with the psychedelic revolution of the 60s. It provides insights and instructions for individuals embarking on a psychedelic journey, emphasizing the importance of preparation, setting, and mindset. draws from ancient wisdom interpreted for contemporary seekers, guiding readers through altered states of consciousness and potential confrontations with reality.
A psychedelic experience is a journey to new realms of consciousness. The scope and content of the experience is limitless, but its characteristic features are the transcendence of verbal concepts, of... - #3
'The Unteleported Man' by Philip K. Dick follows the story of Rachmael ben Applebaum, the heir to a bankrupt company involved in teleporting colonists to other planets. Applebaum becomes suspicious of the teleportation scheme and hires a private security firm to investigate. The plot unfolds in an overcrowded future Earth of 2014, where a monopolistic corporation teleports colonists to a distant planet, creating a one-way trip scenario. explores themes of corporate control, altered reality, and unanswered questions as the protagonist delves into the mystery behind the scheme.
Aldous Huxley's 'The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell' is a collection of essays detailing his experience with hallucinogenic drugs, particularly mescalin. The book provides insights into Huxley's altered states of consciousness and his philosophical musings on perception, reality, and spirituality. Through vivid descriptions and introspective reflections, Huxley takes readers on a journey exploring the boundaries of human perception and the mysteries of existence.
It was in 1886 that the German pharmacologist, Louis Lewin, published the first systematic study of the cactus, to which his own name was subsequently given. Anhalonium Lewinii was new to science. To ...- #5
'A Separate Reality' by Carlos Castaneda explores the spiritual ways of a Yaqui Indian sorcerer in Mexico, delving into the teachings and experiences of the author throughout a mindful narrative. Castaneda's writing style is described as eloquently simple yet conveying complex ideas with a mix of humor and seriousness. covers topics such as alternate ways of thinking, separate realities, shamanic knowledge, and the journey towards self-discovery through interactions with a mysterious figure named Don Juan.
Don Juan looked at me for a moment and did not seem at all surprised to see me, even though it had been more than two years since I last visited him. He put his hand on my shoulder and smiled gently a... 'The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge' by Carlos Castaneda follows the journey of a young anthropologist student who becomes the apprentice of a powerful Yaqui Indian sorcerer named Don Juan Matus. Through his interactions with Don Juan, the student learns about shamanism, mysticism, altered states of consciousness, and the non-ordinary reality. presents a blend of academic tone, diary-style narrative, and philosophical musings on the nature of knowledge and perception. It delves into the use of hallucinogenic plants, spiritual teachings, and the challenges faced by the student in his quest for enlightenment.
My notes on my first session with Don Juan are dated 23 June 1961. That was the occasion when the teachings began. I had seen him several times previously in the capacity of on observer only. At every...- #7
In 'The Lathe of Heaven', George Orr discovers that his dreams have the power to alter reality. Sent to a psychiatrist, Dr. Haber, George becomes the subject of an experiment where his dreams are manipulated to reshape the world. However, the unintended consequences of George's dreams lead to a series of ever-changing realities, challenging the fabric of existence itself. Ursula K. Le Guin masterfully delves into themes of power, self-destructiveness, and the nature of reality in this eerie and prescient science fiction novel set in a dystopian Portland, Oregon.
Current-borne, wave-flung, tugged hugely by the whole might of ocean, the jellyfish drifts in the tidal abyss. The light shines through it, and the dark enters it. Borne, flung, tugged from anywhere t... - #8
'Specials' in the 'Uglies' series by Scott Westerfeld follows the protagonist Tally Youngblood as she navigates being a part of the elite commando group, the Specials. Tally faces internal conflicts as she tries to reconcile her past with her present identity and responsibilities. The plot delves into themes of loyalty, self-discovery, and the consequences of one's actions in a dystopian California setting. The writing style is described as engaging, with a focus on character development and world-building that immerses readers in the futuristic society created by the author.
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(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Uglies ) Tripping: An Anthology of True-Life Psychedelic Adventures is a collection of stories and explanations that shed a fascinating light on the world of psychoactive drugs. The book delves into a wide range of altered states of consciousness experienced by individuals who have taken LSD, DMT, and other psychedelic substances. Through vivid and lovingly edited accounts, the anthology explores the mystical, spiritual, creative, and transformative aspects of psychedelic experiences. The writing style is described as both informative and immersive, offering a glimpse into the profound effects these adventures can have on one's life.
Psychedelics are notorious today because of the rude splash they made in the Sixties and Seventies, when the tidal wave of altered consciousness they unleashed billowed across the social land-scape, u...- #10
Cities of the Red Night by William S. Burroughs is a surreal and experimental novel that blurs the boundaries of time and space. The story unfolds in a world where past, present, and future collide, featuring characters ranging from seventeenth-century pirates to modern police forces and creatures from unknown realms. The writing style of the book is described as witty, poetic, and at times disguised as filthy trash, showcasing Burroughs' unique blend of genius and madness.
The plot of Cities of the Red Night may be confusing with characters morphing into each other, but the book shines with its imaginative storytelling and dreamlike logic. The novel is structured into three books, each featuring distinct sets of characters and timelines, with themes ranging from biowarfare and consumer capitalism to time travel and extraterrestrial references. The narrative culminates in a series of episodic and surreal events, with a cut-up grammar predominant, leaving the reader questioning the identity of the narrator and the resolution of the plot.
Farnsworth, the District Health Officer, was a man so grudging in what he asked of life that every win was a loss; yet he was not without a certain plodding persistence of effort and effectiveness in ...