Shadows of the Sacred: Seeing Through Spiritual Illusions

by Frances E. Vaughan

A brilliant and groundbreaking exploration of the promises and pitfalls of the spiritual path written by one of the pioneers of transpersonal psychology. A must for every serious spiritual seeker, students of consciousness, and all those concerned about the future of our planet.-Stanislav Grof, M.D."Regardless of one's religious preferences, this pioneering classic eloquently and objectively addressees the spiritual issues of our time."-Angeles Arrien"Here, presented with clarity and courage, are the foundations for a transpersonal psychotherapy that respects the multileveled richness of the human psyche."-Ram Dass

Genres: Psychology, Spirituality, Religion

Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Bob · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like Frances Vaughan's writing style. I believe that her intent in this book was to stimulate interest on the part of the reader towards further study and a deeper understanding on the subject of transpersonal psychology. In a very gentle and general way, she covers everything in this book. The extensive notes, at the back of the book, offer further study. Enjoy!

[Jeremy Vaeni · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well-written but basic. Hard to know how to review it because, although it didn't add much for me, it might have huge revelations for others? I dunno.

[Richard MacKay]

I believe like some others that her writing talks about heartfelt authenticity on one’s spiritual quest in a time when there are many following ungrounded and uncontemporary spirituality.

[Pamela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Eclectic religion and spirituality. Some good information on spirituality and gender and the history of psychology.