O uso ritual da Ayahuasca

A book review of 'O uso ritual da Ayahuasca', edited by Beatriz Caiuby Labate and Wladimyr Sena Araújo, describes the collection's examination of the ritual use of ayahuasca. The volume brings together interdisciplinary perspectives on the cultural, religious, and social dimensions of ayahuasca practices in Brazil. It covers historical contexts, contemporary rituals, and the legal and health implications of its use. The review highlights the book's contribution to understanding ayahuasca as a complex phenomenon that intersects with anthropology, psychology, and religious studies, offering a comprehensive overview of the field.

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Abstract

Resenha do livro "O uso ritual da Ayahuasca", organizado por Beatriz Caiuby Labate e Wladimyr Sena Araújo, Campinas: Mercado de Letras / São Paulo: FAPESP, 2002.