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The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge Mass market paperbound - 1985

by Carlos Castaneda

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A YAQUI WAY OF KNOWLEDGE
The teachings of don Juan is the story of a remarkable journey: the first awesome steps on the road to becoming a "man of knowledge" -- the road that continues with A Separate Reality and Journey to Ixtlan.
"For me there is only the traveling on paths that have heart, on any path that may have heart. There I travel, and the only worthwhile challenge is to traverse its full length. And there I travel, looking, looking, breathlessly." -- Don Juan

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From "one of the most profound and influential thinkers of the century" (Deepak Chopra) comes the first groundbreaking book in the series that introduces don Juan Matus--a Yaqui Indian sorcerer whose teachings transcend the boundaries of conventional knowledge.

The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge is a captivating work of anthropology and spiritual exploration, first published in 1968. Presented as a first-person account of Castaneda's apprenticeship with a Yaqui shaman named don Juan Matus whom he meets in the deserts of Mexico, it blends mysticism and personal narrative, chronicling Castaneda's journey into the world of shamanism and his experiences with altered states of consciousness.

Through powerful rituals, psychoactive plants, and profound teachings, Castaneda begins to unravel the mysteries of perception, existence, and the nature of true knowledge. With every page, you'll be drawn deeper into his quest to become a "man of knowledge"--someone who lives with unshakable purpose, clarity, and attunement to life's hidden forces.

Perfect for seekers of spirituality, explorers of consciousness, or anyone curious about ancient traditions, this book is a touchstone of countercultural thought and a portal to a world of alternate realities. Whether you're navigating your own spiritual path or just looking to lose yourself in a mind-expanding adventure, The Teachings of Don Juan is a timeless invitation to see the world through new eyes.

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  • Title The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge
  • Author Carlos Castaneda
  • Binding Mass Market Paperbound
  • Edition 30th
  • Pages 256
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Washington Square Press, New York
  • Publication date 1985-03-03
  • ISBN 9780671600419 / 0671600419
  • Weight 0.27 lbs (0.12 kg)
  • Dimensions 6.8 x 4.15 x 0.68 in (17.27 x 10.54 x 1.73 cm)
  • Themes
    • Cultural Region: Mexican
    • Ethnic Orientation: Hispanic
    • Ethnic Orientation: Native American
    • Religious Orientation: New Age
    • Topical: New Age
  • Category New Age / Body, Mind & Spirit
  • Library of Congress subjects Hallucinogenic drugs and religious experience, Juan
  • Dewey Decimal Code 299.7

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"Taken together [Castaneda's books] form a work among the best that the science of anthropology has produced."

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.
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