Product Description

Traces the history of the use of hallucinogenic drugs and discusses the psychological and physical effects of LSD, marijuana, mescaline, and other drugs.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #69449 in Books
• Published on: 1993-01-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 512 pages

Synopsis
Traces the history of the use of hallucinogenic drugs and discusses the psychological and physical effects of LSD, marijuana, mescaline, and other drugs.

Customer Reviews

Academic, yet fun
This book has its faults - the quality of the mono pictures is low, and it perhaps could do with a slight update in some chapters. But it's written by someone with a passion for the subject who isn't just some idiot stoner who likes boasting about getting ripped. There are plenty of facts and figures, and even diagrams about molecules - which isn't as daft as it sounds, as some people appreciate knowing what they might be about to put into their system. I would say this is worth considerably more than a lot of trip reports on erowid.org, though I can see that others won't wish to shell out a lot on a book.

Outstanding!
This is a comprehensive guide through classic ethnogens. It describes the history behind the key players within psychedelics/euforicants from the plant and laboratory. If you seek knowleage about any mind altering drug this may be the best way to start. Here you get the backgroud - has been very helpfull for me.

A must for any psychedelic libary! - Sincerly with love

A soon to be classic
A wonderful book for all interested in botany, ethnobotany, medicine, religion and anthropology. It is clearly laid out, describing all the major groups of psychoactive chemicals and plants. As a university botany student, I would highly recommend this book. My best purchase this month!