Journey to Ixtlan - (Teachings of Don Juan) by Carlos Castaneda (Paperback)

About the Book

The dazzling, fantastic work that concludes the teachings of the Yaqui sorcerer, Don Juan. Castaneda is an anthropologist, a mystic, a poet and a marvelously gifted author whose books have sold phenomenally well. "One can't exaggerate the significance of what Carlos Castaneda has done".--The New York Times.

Book Synopsis

"Don Juan's reality remains alluring." --Chicago Tribune

Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery with Carlos Castaneda as he experiences his own final voyage into the teachings of don Juan, sharing with us what it is like to truly "stop the world" and perceive reality on his own terms.

In this third installment of the groundbreaking series, Castaneda delves into the mystical teachings of don Juan, a wise Yaqui Indian spiritual leader. What begins as a quest for knowledge about mind-altering plants evolves into a deeper realization: the true path to understanding reality lies in "stopping the world" and reshaping one's perception. Blending anthropology, spirituality, and philosophy, this captivating narrative challenges conventional beliefs and offers timeless wisdom.

A cornerstone of spiritual literature, Journey to Ixtlan invites readers to question their assumptions and explore alternative dimensions of thought and awareness.

Review Quotes

Praise for the groundbreaking work of bestselling author Carlos Castaneda

"Extraordinary in every sense of the word."-- "The New York Times"

"An unparalleled breakthrough... Remarkable-- "Los Angeles Times"

"Excquisite... Stunning... Fresh, unexpected visions with the logic of dreams."-- "Detroit Free Press"

"Hypnotic reading."-- "Chigago tribune"

"It is impossible to view the world in quite the same way."-- "Chicago Tribune"

"Staggeringly beautiful reading. Itself timeless, Journey to IXtlan is one of the important statements of our time."-- "Book World"

"Taken together [Castaneda's books] form a work among the best that the science of anthropology has produce."-- "The New York Times Book Review"

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.