Aya Awakenings: A Shamanic Odyssey
"A memorable—and deeply personal—journey into the hearts and minds of those who carry on the shamanic traditions of ayahuasca."—Rich Doblin, founder of MAPS, the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies“An excellent work! This is definitely the best thing I've read on ayahuasca tourism, and beyond that, the whole apparent reemergence of shamanic consciousness as a force for change and evolution on a global scale.”—EthnopharmacologistDennis McKenna, PhD, author ofThe Brotherhood of the Screaming Abyss“As Razam so aptly demonstrates, a new kind of traveler is emerging—one that embarks into the mysterious and uncharted domain within, where they aim to conquer their own hearts. Written in the tradition of a great adventure narrative,Aya Awakeningsis a timely story for a new emerging era.”—Yossi Ghinsberg,author ofLost in the Jungle“The bestCanterbury Talesof the modern pilgrimage to Iquitos.”—Richard Meech, filmmaker, director of the documentaryVine of the Soul: Encounters with Ayahuasca