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Sex, Drugs & Magick
This book can be considered a "scholarly" appraisal of both the historical and modern use (and misuse) of drugs in conjunction with sex and "occult" practices. But don't let the word "scholarly" put you off. Done in Wilson's inimitable style, this is a book filled with humor, cynicism, wonder and essential information for those who would pursue what can be an immensely rew...more
Paperback, 272 pages
Published
April 1st 1993
by New Falcon Publications
(first published 1973)
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In a sane world, this would be a textbook, despite its spooky title. Robert Anton Wilson, so sadly now gone from this world, was a treasure of a human being, and in this volume his clear, rational, truthful voice rings out to all who can still hear. Read this book!
From the laugh-out-loud funny introduction to the glossary of substances that closes out the book, RAW is nothing so much as clear-eyed and objective. I'd trust what he has to say over an unmarked semi-truck full of D.A.R.E. officers.
From the laugh-out-loud funny introduction to the glossary of substances that closes out the book, RAW is nothing so much as clear-eyed and objective. I'd trust what he has to say over an unmarked semi-truck full of D.A.R.E. officers.
Heh. Don't buy "Sex and Drugs", because it's a watered down version of this book.
Taught me more about trance work, about what's available to you as a working magician in the world around you. Even if these aren't your typical modality, don't throw out the baby with the bong water.
Taught me more about trance work, about what's available to you as a working magician in the world around you. Even if these aren't your typical modality, don't throw out the baby with the bong water.
One of several of his books I used to have and love and eventually gave to people on "permanent loan". :)
May 01, 2007
Aaron
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Those interested in esoteric histories and cultural perspectives on drugs
This book is roughly a history of aphrodisiacs around the world. It branches out to cover some really interesting uses for, and perceptions of drugs in different cultures. S,D,&M also discusses different drugs individually, and comes to some conclusions that were surprising to me. This book is different from most of Robert Anton Wilson's titles (that I am familiar with) in that it's very much non-fiction, but his wit, and incredible way of disseminating things are present here much in the sa...more
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Sexuality,Psychedelics
I actually felt smarter after reading this book. The history of drug use in sexual practices/society is covered & discussed in good detail. Turns out, I learned a lot more in college than I realized at the time. This is a great read for anyone who is open-minded or not a prude.
The name pretty much says it all ... this book is second only to the Vaults of Erowid in its honest look at drugs and their effects, with a specific eye towards their impact on various sexual (and transcendental) experiences.
some drugs are good sometimes. know yr brain first.
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Robert Anton Wilson became, at various times, an American novelist, essayist, philosopher, polymath, psychonaut, futurist, libertarian and self-described agnostic mystic. Recognized as an Episkopos, Pope, and Saint of Discordianism by Discordians who care to label him as such, Wilson helped publicize the group/religion/melee through his writings, interviews, and strolls.
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