Hallucinogens and Shamanism
Hallucinogens and Shamanism by Michael Harner is a little book that brings together ten essays about psychedelic use by shamans by various anthropological researchers.
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All the books about psychedelics
Gateway to the Inner Space
Gateway to the Inner Space by Christian Ratsch brings together several essays by psychedelic researchers. These include essays by Stanislav Grof, Ralph Metzner, and Terence McKenna.
Acid Dreams
Acid Dreams: The CIA, LSD and the Sixties Rebellion by Martin Lee & Bruce Shlain recounts more of the history of LSD than you were ready for. LSD is the glue that brings together CIA experiments, psychedelic research, counterculture, and biker gangs.
LSD Psychotherapy
LSD Psychotherapy: The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicine by Stanislav Grof recounts the psychotherapeutic work and research that was done in the 1960s with LSD. It recounts the experiences, explains it through Grof’s framework, and shows how back then (and possibly in the future) LSD can be a tool for healing.
The Beyond Within
The Beyond Within: The LSD Story by Sidney Cohen is one of the oldest books (1972) that details the use and effects of LSD. It explains the effects that one can expect from LSD, and how you can use it as a tool to explore inner depths.
Acid Test
Acid Test: LSD, Ecstasy, and the Power to Heal by Tom Shroder details the complex cultural history of psychedelics through three stories. The book highlights the potential these compounds offer and the checkered past that has preceded the current moment.
The Way of the Psychonaut
The Way of the Psychonaut by Stanislav Grof is his definitive book on psychedelics, psychology, and Holotropic Breathwork. The book presents case studies, Grof’s theories, and a strong argument why psychedelics can be an effective tool for therapy.
The Most Dangerous Man in America
The Most Dangerous Man in America: Timothy Leary, Richard Nixon and the Hunt for the Fugitive King of LSD by Bill Minutaglio and Seven Davis chronicles the escape from prison and subsequent manhunt of Timothy Leary. The book features new first-hand accounts, riveting stories, and a trip around four continents.
Sacred Knowledge
Sacred Knowledge by Bill Richards recounts his many years of (academic) research into psychedelics. The book goes beyond psychology and touches upon philosophy, anthropology, theology, and our (all too human) pursuit of happiness.
Philosophy of Psychedelics
Philosophy of Psychedelics is a book by Chris Letheby that engages with the scientific literature on psychedelics and its therapeutic potential.