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Wonderful, fascinating...Harner really knows what he's talking about."--Carlos Castaneda
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Ten years after it was first published, this is still the leading resource and reference for all those interested in cross-cultural and current forms of shamanism--now with a new introduction and a list of current shamanic resources.
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My first prolonged fieldwork as an anthropologist took place in 1956 and 1957 on the forested eastern slopes of the Ecuadorian Andes among the Jivaro [HEE-varo] Indians, or Untsuri Shuar. Read the first page
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My first prolonged fieldwork as an anthropologist took place in 1956 and 1957 on the forested eastern slopes of the Ecuadorian Andes among the Jivaro [HEE-varo] Indians, or Untsuri Shuar. Read the first page
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65 of 65 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
This is the single most important book on shamanism written by the man who knows the most. Michael Harner is an anthropologist working in this area for 50 years. A slim book with a concise exposition of "core shamanism" the basic common methods developed by peoples throughout the world. The techniques work and the basic journeying method to lower and upper worlds can be learned in a weekend workshop. If you want one book on shamanism - this is the one.
81 of 83 people found the following review helpful
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The original and, along with Castaneda's books, to be thanked for the resurgence of interest in shamanism. This has only recently been added to my bookshelf, and to be honest, I found it to be a bit dated.
An excellent "beginners guide", although you can't beat experiential practice, for core shamanic process. The global similarities between differing cultural practices have been laid bare by Harner et al. and form the basis of this "new" shamanism.
If you are unable to find a teacher to teach you, then this is THE best way to explore the processes of journeying and seeing. It would be sensible, however, to tread carefully and follow to the letter what Harner writes. There is good reason why he is considered an authority, and his advice is to be respected.
66 of 70 people found the following review helpful
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A comprehensive, compelling insight into Shamenism and it's ways, teachings and the lessons to be learned from their simple and yet strangely structured lives. Beautifully written, Harner shows true empathy for the subject and makes every situation and occasion seem as though happening before your very eyes. This is a book for those either following-up a previous interest yet simple enough to follow for the uninitiated. A riveting read from start to end. *****
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THE WAY OF THE SHAMAN
THIS IS THE BOOK THAT TELLS YOU IT ALL. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SHAMANISM BUT NOT SURE HOW TO PROCEED THEN THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Karmakat
Interesting book
I bought this book to find out about Shamanisim and found it to be an easy and fascinating read. Though the idea of meeting up with snakes and other creepy creatures has put me... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Linda Breen
Interesting book
I didn't know anything at all about the Shaman I just found a comment or two about it online, by mistake, and decided to get a book to see what it was about and read it in my own... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Gary Kirby
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This book arrived on time and as advertised. So I am pleased with the delivery. On the content of the book, I must say I felt privileged to be privy to the information given. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. E. Ejimogu
A GREAT SHAMANIC INTRODUCTION AND AN ENJOYABLE READ
What I liked about this book was that it was easy to read and understand and explains the basics of shamanism such as how to go into a trance and find your power animal. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Nathan Strange
Clear and Helpful
I liked the calm down to earth approach to a practice that can seem scary and dramatic to a novice.
Michael explains several methods of experiencing aspects of reality which... Read more
Michael explains several methods of experiencing aspects of reality which... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Earth Angel
Accessible and Inspiring
I first read this book a couple of years ago. I am not quite sure why I bought it but I had a sudden desire to learn more about Shamanism. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Richard
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Sounds like this man had a good time trying some pretty dodgy sounding drugs!
But an interesting personal account that helped me to understand what Shamanic medicine is about.
But an interesting personal account that helped me to understand what Shamanic medicine is about.
Published on 3 April 2010 by Mrs. C. Hollinshead
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Published on 14 Sep 2009 by Tahir
An interesting and readable introductory text
This is the first book I bought on Shamanism and I think it provided a reasonable introduction for a complete novice.
Published on 26 Mar 2009 by Scott Rennie
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