Journey to Ixtlan; The Lessons of Don Juan

Castaneda, Carlos

ISBN 10: 0671732463 / ISBN 13: 9780671732462

Published by Washington Square Press, New York, London, Toronto, Sydney, 1991

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268pp; Octavo [21.5 cm]; illustrated wraps; In Journey to Ixtlan, Carlos Castaneda introduces readers to this new approach for the first time and explores, as he comes to experience it himself, his own final voyage into the teachings of don Juan, sharing with us what it is like to truly "stop the world" and perceive reality on his own terms. Originally drawn to Yaqui Indian spiritual leader don Juan Matus for his knowledge of mind-altering plants, bestselling author Carlos Castaneda immersed himself in the sorcerer's magical world entirely. Ten years after his first encounter with the shaman, Castaneda examines his field notes and comes to understand what don Juan knew all along--that these plants are merely a means to understanding the alternative realities that one cannot fully embrace on one's own. --from the publisher. First Washington Square Press trade paperback printing, later printing.

Seller Inventory # 54937

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Journey to Ixtlan; The Lessons of Don Juan
• Publisher: Washington Square Press, New York, London, Toronto, Sydney
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0671732463
• ISBN 13: 9780671732462
• Binding: paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new
• Seller catalogs:
  • Metaphysics & Hermetica

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Synopsis

“Don Juan’s reality remains alluring.” —Chicago Tribune

Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery with Carlos Castaneda as he experiences his own final voyage into the teachings of don Juan, sharing with us what it is like to truly “stop the world” and perceive reality on his own terms.

In this third installment of the groundbreaking series, Castaneda delves into the mystical teachings of don Juan, a wise Yaqui Indian spiritual leader. What begins as a quest for knowledge about mind-altering plants evolves into a deeper realization: the true path to understanding reality lies in "stopping the world" and reshaping one's perception. Blending anthropology, spirituality, and philosophy, this captivating narrative challenges conventional beliefs and offers timeless wisdom.

A cornerstone of spiritual literature, Journey to Ixtlan invites readers to question their assumptions and explore alternative dimensions of thought and awareness.

About the Author

Born in 1925 in Peru, anthropologist Carlos Castaneda wrote a total of fifteen books, which sold eight million copies worldwide and were published in seventeen 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 death in 1998, his books continue to inspire and influence his many devoted fans.