Andy Letcher, Shroom: A Cultural History of the Magic Mushroom
Journal for the Study of Religion Nature and Culture January 25, 2008 Graham Harvey
A cultural history of the magic mushroom traces its use and significance across different societies and time periods, from prehistoric rock art to modern psychedelic movements. The book examines how the mushroom has been intertwined with religious, spiritual, and recreational practices, and how its perception has shifted in response to scientific, legal, and social changes.