Telluride: The Sacred Valley

by Dennis L. Hunter, Barbara A. Swanson (Illustrator), Pica2 Graphics (Illustrator)

Within the heart of the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado, the author unveils an intimate chronicle of the evolution of a spiritual journey. Spanning several decades, the story offers a richly descriptive window into the conflicts and triumphs of a modern truthseeker. Returning to his childhood mountain paradise, the author begins to experience a variety of shamanistic initiations in which he rather dramatically discovers and remembers an ancient spiritual heritage. This revelation pries open a new realm of possibilities and contains some profound implications regarding both our past and future. As a devotee of both traditional and esoteric forms of religious practice, Dr. Hunter is a well-qualified commentator and experienced participant in the quest for things of a spiritual nature. His training in psychology and his life as a typical householder provide a particularly unique perspective from the cauldron of modern American mysticism.

226 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[River James · Rating 3 out of 5]

His memories of childhood and critique of societal dysfunction are right on. The woo-woo is, well, woo-woo, and the 3 stars reflect the lack of meaning or context I got out of it. Mostly it was descriptions of mystical experiences without any indication of how they were meaningful or transformative.

[Gurumeher Khalsa · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was first interested in this book because I love that whole area between Pagosa Springs and Telluride, however, I became so disappointed when the book when so far off into new age gibberish, that I couldn't finish it.

[Lorrie Denesik · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anyone who has lived in Telluride for a number of years should read this and more especially anyone who has returned to Telluride, and you know who you are! There is a reason for the return and a reason for the draw to this area. For those who are new to Telluride, there is a reason for coming home here also. The story gets a little esoteric, but the truth is the pilgramige for the heart and soul and the power of this canyon. Let me know what you all think. May have to order a copy, Call Between The Covers. I could lend mine out.