Customer Reviews


1 Review
5 star:
 (1)
4 star:    (0)
3 star:    (0)
2 star:    (0)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
Share your thoughts with other customers
Create your own review
 
 
Only search this product's reviews
Most Helpful First | Newest First

8 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read if your assion is anthropology & ethnobotony!, August 16, 2000
This review is from: Visionary Vine: Hallucinogenic Healing in the Peruvian Amazon (Paperback)
An excellent book! De Rios explains how the visionary vine (aka ayuschua) is used in Peru/Amazon areas. First she describes the history of halligens that have been used since ancient times for medicinal purposes and for rituals. She explains how the US forbids the use of drugs for such reasons and explains why it is accepted in other countries. She explains the ethnology/demographics of the Peruvians which sheds a lot of light on why these people turn to the visionary vine in times of distress/illness or for other ritual purposes. This is a fabulous book and a must read for anyone who loves anthropology and ethnobotony!
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


Most Helpful First | Newest First

This product

Visionary Vine: Hallucinogenic Healing in the Peruvian Amazon
Visionary Vine: Hallucinogenic Healing in the Peruvian Amazon by Marlene Dobkin de Rios (Paperback - July 1984)
$17.50 $16.19
In Stock
Add to cart Add to wishlist