Mike Jay, Mescaline: A Global History of the First Psychedelic
Social History of Medicine – December 18, 2019
Source: OpenAlex
Summary
Mescaline, the first psychedelic, has shaped art, mythology, and psychology across cultures. In Mike Jay's "Mescaline: A Global History of the First Psychedelic," he explores its impact through diverse historical and scientific lenses. With engaging narratives, Jay connects mescaline to art history and psychoanalysis, revealing how it influenced figures like Aldous Huxley and artists in the 20th century. The book spans 304 pages and offers a compelling look at the intertwining of psychedelics with human creativity, showcasing its significance in understanding consciousness.
Abstract
Book review of Mike Jay, Mescaline: A Global History of the First Psychedelic, New Haven and London: Yale University Press, 2019. Pp. 304. £18.99. ISBN 978 0 3002 3107 6.