Is Santa Claus really a magic mushroom in disguise? In this timely and definitive study, Andy Letcher strips away the myths to get at the true story of how hallucinogenic mushrooms, once shunned in the West as the most pernicious of poisons, came to be the illicit drug of choice.
Exploring the cultural significance of magic mushrooms, the book delves into their historical use, spiritual implications, and impact on art and society. Through engaging narratives and research, it reveals how these fungi have influenced various cultures and continues to shape modern perspectives on consciousness and psychedelics. The writing promises a captivating journey, making it an enlightening read for both enthusiasts and newcomers to the subject.
This captivating new tarot deck draws us into the vibrant but often hidden world of English magic, evoking a golden age of mysticism when John Dee was Queen Elizabeth's Court Astrologer, antiquarian John Aubrey rediscovered ancient sacred sites, and the great physicist Isaac Newton studied alchemy. The English Magic Tarot places the cards in the colorful yet turbulent period of English history that stretches from the time of Henry VIII to the Restoration. During this time of upheaval archetypal forces were very much at play, making this a perfect setting for the cards. Brought to you by renowned artist Rex Van Ryn, colorist Steve Dooley, and writer Andy Letcher, this deck has a dynamic, graphic style. There are unique twists to some of the traditional images, with riddles, references, and lore buried within them that will draw users ever deeper into the mystery and meaning of the cards. The first deck of its kind to draw explicitly on the English magical tradition, The English Magic Tarot opens up a rich new pathway into the cards that will delight novice and experienced tarot users alike.
Magické houbičky Účinky magických hub byly znovu objeveny teprve před padesáti lety, v lidových vyprávěních a legendách však byly přítomny vždy. Kniha popisuje řadu mýtů, v nichž se objevují; vypráví o jejich užívání celou řadou kultur, od středoamerických Aztéků až po sibiřské kmeny.