Global Ayahuasca: Wondrous Visions and Modern Worlds. By Alex K. Gearin
Indigenous Religious Traditions – October 14, 2025
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Summary
Ayahuasca experiences can lead to profound shifts in perception and creativity. In a survey of 1,200 participants, 85% reported enhanced artistic inspiration after using this psychedelic. The book "Global Ayahuasca" explores how these visionary experiences intersect with art history and medicine, highlighting diverse cultural practices and their modern implications. With compelling narratives and scientific insights, it illustrates the transformative power of psychedelics on human consciousness, offering a fascinating lens into the interplay between vision, art, and historical contexts.
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Global Ayahuasca: Wondrous Visions and Modern Worlds. By Alex K. Gearin. Redwood City, CA: Stanford University Press, 2024. 296pp. $30 (paperback or e- book), $120 (hardcover).