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The Second Ring of Power [Paperback]

Carlos Castaneda
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Book Description

April 1, 1991
ENTER THE SORCERESS!

Back from the abyss, Castaneda encounter his greatest test on the journey towards impeccability and freedom: to outwit and overpower the sorcery of Doña Soledad, herself transformed from a defeated and meaningless life to a warrior, a hunter and a "stalker of power."

Now the combat will begin. Now the journey will continue. Till the last danger is faced...the final paradox embraced.


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Editorial Reviews

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Praise for the groundbreaking work of bestselling author Carlos Castaneda

"Extraordinary in every sense of the word." (The New York Times)

"An unparalleled breakthrough... Remarkable (Los Angeles Times)

"Hypnotic reading." (Chigago tribune)

"It is impossible to view the world in quite the same way." (Chicago Tribune)

"Excquisite... Stunning... Fresh, unexpected visions with the logic of dreams." (Detroit Free Press)

"Taken together [Castaneda's books] form a work among the best that the science of anthropology has produced." (The New York Times Book Review)

About the Author

Born in 1925 in Peru, anthropologist Carlos Castaneda wrote a total of 15 books, which sold 8 million copies worldwide and were published in 17 different languages. In his writing, Castaneda describes the teaching of Don Juan, a Yaqui sorcerer and shaman. His works helped define the 1960's and usher in the New Age movement. Even after his mysterious death in California in1998, his books continue to inspire and influence his many devoted fans.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 328 pages
  • Publisher: Washington Square Press; 1St Edition edition (April 1, 1991)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0671732471
  • ISBN-13: 978-0671732479
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 x 8.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #168,048 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born in 1925 in Peru, anthropologist Carlos Castaneda wrote a total of 15 books, which sold 8 million copies worldwide and were published in 17 different languages. In his writing, Castaneda describes the teaching of Don Juan, a Yaqui sorcerer and shaman. His works helped define the 1960's and usher in the New Age movement. Even after his mysterious death in California in1998, his books continue to inspire and influence his many devoted fans.

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36 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars depth of thought is not for the masses June 15, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
i have read all of Mr. Castaneda's books, and have recently re-read a good portion of selected books from this whole group of books, including the second ring of power....

Mr. Castaneda's rendering of his experiences with his cohorts, and teachers has to be taken in the full context of all of his books. The ideas that he speaks about obviously are not his, he was an uptight, overachieving academic type. he would not have the full imagination to think up all of this "stuff".

but the whole group of books where he explains in detail the specific way to become a "warrior" is not for the massess. The massess have no thought over and above their everyday life, much less such an esoteric explaination of a unique way of life. And very few would take this walk of life.

I know alot of people obviously think that the things described are from his imagination or maybe from his drug induced thoughts, but as one reads each and every book it is obvious that there is something more that is going on. each of his books builds upon the last and tries to explain the full impact of what he was told and what he saw and experienced.

life is full of mysteries that we have not delved into...other dimensions that we have not explored this does not mean that they are not available.

it just means that most people cannot make that leap into another reality.

that of course is their loss.

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars In Depth Sorcery... February 1, 2004
Format:Paperback
This is when the fun Begins, Carlos Comes Back From the Abyss, And begins to ponder whether he really jumped off a mountain so he goes back to mexico to see if he can find answers, and boy did he, In order to completely understand this book its a must to read the last previous books Or else you will be Lost ! It gets pretty Complicated but if you've read the previous books you can comprehend it pretty well, this book also deserves at least 2 reads you'll find different answers all the time, Once you begin comprehending you will finally be addicted to the writings of Carlos, his descriptions are so thorough It paints a most vivid picture of his details. The Beginning of Carlos's First Battle with Sorcery and he finds in-depth powers he never thought he can achieve, and this also introduces the art of dreaming and the second attention,
Carlos Replaces his beloved Teacher Don Juan as the New Nagual for Don Juan's Mysterious Apprentices.
I read this book within a week cause i couldn't put it down.
Surreal and amazing
a must have for Castaneda Followers!
Let your Path to a Toltec Warrior Begin...
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12 of 15 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars A Story That Gives Severe Curiousity... July 9, 2004
By Rocky
Format:Paperback
My dad recommended this to me; he told me he read them as a young adult when Carlos' books were just being published. My library only had this one, so I had to begin on a seemingly already well-traveled joruney. All I can say is this is one book I'll never forget. It was amazing, and yet indeed troubling for me because I've never heard anyone talk about life quite the way he explains it in a Sorcerer's eyes. I love, as a woman myself, that there are females Sorcerers that helped him, because indeed wherever men have been, women have as well. But other than that, I found them to be weird characters, people that don't sound like they live in our world whatsoever. The men, Nestor, Beningo, and Pablito and the women Gorda, Lidia, Rosa, and Josefina are just souls that could confuse any of us average kind, and I truly felt like Carlos- confused and severely curious throughout the entire novel. That's why I don't appreciate them all calling him stupid constantly, I mean, cut him slack. He's learning as they learned. And what things he learned, as well as myself.
Dad asked me if I believe it, or cast it aside as a really well- written story. I say...maybe. Look at it in my perspective. I'm young, confused, and just starting to get my own 'form'. I believe there is much more out there than can be proven under a microscope, but I need to be level- headed and realistic and understand how pessimistic viewers see it as well. There's no proof what this man wrote is true, but there's absolutely no proof he's lying either. It is eerie how good he is at writing such a story, making it sound so true, but there have been stories that have fooled us before. So I'm not sure. This man has really put me in a bind, and I don't regret it. The more you think, the more broader your mind and soul get. (That's my philosophy at least.)
I'll tell you this much, this is truly an author I would love to meet, but since that's probably never going to happen, I'm going to read more of him when I have time. I have still many questions, and regardless of if this is a story or not, I want them answered.
Just a note, try to get his very first book if can, and if you want a book on enjoyment instead of study, don't even pick this up. It's no fantasy novel. It's a whole other world of study that derives basically on shamanism in the vast and mysterious lands of Mexico.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars another great one
As always, Carlos writing is exciting, eloquent , amazing and you can't put it down once you start.
For those of you new to Carlos Castaneda's works, start with The Teachings... Read more
Published 4 days ago by Reb
5.0 out of 5 stars The Nuts And Bolts Of Energy "Sorcery"
DISCLAIMER: IT MAY BE A BIT WORDY OF A REVIEW, (my apologies) THIS TOPIC IS not EASILY CONDENSED
This volume in the Castaneda series of Alternate Reality & Energy Work shows... Read more
Published 9 days ago by KevinPDonnelly
5.0 out of 5 stars mind=blown
As usual, castaneda is just as amazing as ever on this 17th reading! the set is worth adding to your hardback library
Published 14 days ago by lisa thompson
1.0 out of 5 stars Zero Customer Service
Zero customer service. Sent to me the wrong version book. I emailed them. No response. I sent them the book back. No response.
Published 1 month ago by moris
4.0 out of 5 stars Not My Favorite Castaneda, But Offers Unique Teachings on Women's...
This is not my favorite of Castaneda's books, but it is the only one that presents some of the unique teachings for women offered in this tradition. Read more
Published on July 24, 2010 by L. Erickson
4.0 out of 5 stars The art of Dreaming & the 2nd attention
This is the 5th book in the Carlos Castaneda series. One could read this book without having read the other books, but this would not be advisable. Read more
Published on August 31, 2009 by Dragan
5.0 out of 5 stars Meet "The Family"
For those who are yet to read this book - im not going to tell you what is it about. Im just gonna say that this book is very different from prequel (i believe that was Tales of... Read more
Published on July 23, 2009 by Ekehutz "Magus With Extraordinary Love"
4.0 out of 5 stars Now I get it! Wait...
This used to be my least favorite of Castaneda's books. Now I'm re-reading it, and can honestly say that it's far more complex than it seems at first. Read more
Published on June 25, 2008 by !
1.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling book, but only until you realize it was all fantasy
That might not come from reading this book alone, as it is the fifth most believable of the series. When I was a student, I like many others I know who will confess to having read... Read more
Published on April 11, 2008 by Michael
5.0 out of 5 stars Beware castaneda
The knowledge of Juan Matus is powerful and these books can be used as something of a manual if you're interested in doing such a thing.

Warning; Castaneda is a fool. Read more
Published on December 16, 2007 by E.D
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