The Shaman & Ayahuasca by Don José Campos

ISBN 978-1-61125-003-9 Translated by Alberto Roman Edited and Compiled by Geraldine Overton Journeys to Sacred Realms Internationally respected Peruvian shaman Don José Campos introduces the practices and benefits of Ayahuasca, the psychoactive plant brew that, according to the latest finds, has been used for healing by Amazonian shamans for as long as 70,000 years. Ayahuasca is called a plant teacher because it can heal physical, psychological, and emotional blocks. Through vivid visions, Ayahuasca takes the patient to other realms and dimensions, providing profound insights into human beings' true nature and place in the cosmos. This book also includes the last interview (and the artwork) of internationally renowned visionary painter and former shaman Pablo Amaringo. "This remarkable and beautiful book suggests a path back to understanding the profound healing and spiritual powers that are here for us in the plant world. This extraordinary book shows a way toward reawakening our respect for the natural world, and thus for ourselves. I pray that we are not too proud, not too entitled, not too arrogant to heed the invitation."   John Robbins, author of The Food Revolution, Diet For A New America, and many other bestsellers "Don José Campos has a free spirit, a generous heart, and deep knowledge about Amazonian plants, in particular about the shamanic brew, ayahuasca. And he tells good stories in a casual style. He speaks from experience, and champions simplicity and humility. I enjoyed his book for all of these reasons."   Jeremy Narby, author of The Cosmic Serpent Don José Campos lives in Pucallpa, Peru. He has studied with over 120 master curanderos throughout South America including Don Solon of Iquitos. This is his first book.