Drugs, Rituals, and Altered States of Consciousness
Brian M. Du ToitRotterdam: A. A. Balkema, 1977.
First Edition.
23cm x 15cm. ix, 272 pages, [8] pages of black and white illustrations. Red cloth, green lettering, no jacket.
This book is the result of a 1975 symposium of the Society for Applied Anthology in Amsterdam. An exploration on the realm of drug use and its relationship to secular ritual. Exploring myths and rituals associated with hallucinogen and heroin use in various socio-cultural settings. Includes music-colour synesthesia and out-of-body experiences.
Ex-Brooklyn Public Library, stamps, protective wraps with jacket edges reinforced and flaps secured to pastedowns. Minor general wear. Good Condition.
AU$250.00
1 in stock
SKU: 0036895
Categories: Anthropology, Ethnopharmacology & Psychedelia