Discusses the drug's discovery in 1943, the CIA's covert research program investigating its effects and the crucial role that organization played in bringing it to the masses, its use by psychiatric pioneers, its impact on the antiwar movement and political rebellion in the late '60s and much more. A landmark contribution and a fascinating piece of social and political history. AK
Publisher: Grove
Paperback: 213 pages
This book includes full construction plans for the Dreamachine seminal essays by its creators Brion Gysin and Ian Sommerville; extracts from W. Grey Walter's The Living Brain; and a number of pieces by folks who have worked with the brain-wave stimulator including Ira Cohen, Andrew McKenzie, Genesis P. Orridge, Simon Strong, Terry Wilson and others. AK
Publisher: Codex
Paperback: 130 pages
A mesmerizing guide to psychoactive plants, from their pharmacological roots to the literary offshoots. AK
Publisher: Mercury House
Paperback: 287 pages
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The revised and expanded edition of the unsurpassed classic manual on home cultivation of psilocbyin mushrooms. Includes a chronology of mushrooms in history, technical glossary and a list of equipment suppliers. With a forward by Terence McKenna (possibly also the co-author under a pseudonym). AK
Publisher: Quick Trading
Paperback: 88 pages
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An exposition of the work of Dr. Patrick Flanagan, one of the most incredible scientists since Tesla. His inventions include electronic telepathy, the discovery of subtle energy in geometrics, holographic sound projection, speed learning, English communication with U.S. Navy dolphins, and new breakthroughs in electromedicine. AK
Publisher: Earthpulse
Paperback: 180 pages
The only medically sound, comprehensive guide to improving your sex life with drugs and nutrients. From substances that can enhance sex drive, firmness and duration of erection, vaginal lubrication, skin sensitivity, intensity of orgasm and stamina, to effective treatments for sexual difficulties such as premature ejaculation, impotence and difficulty achieving orgasm. This explains how each drug or nutrient works, how it can be obtained, and how to use it—including complete information on dosage, precautions and safety issues. AK
Publisher: Ronin
Paperback: 200 pages
Perhaps the first book (from the U.K. at least) to take non-monogamy seriously, Breaking the Barriers to Desire covers all aspects of “responsible non-monogamy,” such as triads, open relationships, and polyfidelity. Personal experience, advice and theoretical articles are included—all by authors with experience in the theory and practice of such relationships. AK
Publisher: AK
Paperback: 137 pages
A collaboration by artists, theorists and scientists, this is a pop media investigation of what happens when urban and human environments intersect with nature. In addition to documenting urban survivors such as the pigeon, it includes an interview with the Rat Catcher of New York, a photo essay on roadkill, a look at sci-fi, exploitation and Hollywood films following the “nature runs amok” theme and contributions from Dr. Paul Ehrlich, Donna Haraway and J.G. Ballard. AK
Publisher: Juno
Paperback: 224 pages
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