{"product_id":"wizard-of-the-upper-amazon-the-story-of-manuel-c-rdova-rios-isbn-9780938190806","title":"Wizard of the Upper Amazon: The Story of Manuel C¢rdova-Rios","description":"\u003cb\u003eA richly-detailed real-life account of ancient tribal life and the fascinating role of Ayahuasca in the heart of the Amazon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eWizard of the Upper Amazon \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eprovides an insightful depiction of a South American tribal society at the turn of the 20th century. It delves into the captivating world of the Huni Kui tribe and their deep-seated connection with Ayahuasca, a powerful hallucinogenic plant. With the resurging interest in Ayahuasca today, this account offers a valuable and historical perspective, unveiling its traditional uses in day-to-day tribal life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur narrator, Manuel Córdova-Rios, takes the reader along on his extraordinary journey from a young boy taken in by the tribe to a respected healer. His accounts illustrate a unique societal fabric where plant medicine is a teacher, telepathy a communication mode, and clairvoyance a revered skill. In comparison to the modern ceremonial use of Ayahuasca, Córdova-Rios paints an enlightening picture of how this substance is entwined with various aspects of tribal life, from hunting practices to dispute resolution.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eWizard of the Upper Amazon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is a rare look into a world that remains largely unexplored and elusive. According to reader reviews, the book delivers engaging insights into tribal life and Ayahuasca's role within it. This real-life tale invites readers to immerse themselves in the tribal world's intricate dynamics and to appreciate the deep wisdom and traditional practices of the Amazonian people. A classic read for those interested in indigenous cultures, shamanism, or plant medicine, this book offers a robust exploration into a time and place far removed from our own.","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303853740261,"sku":"NP9780938190806","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780938190806.jpg?v=1767744450","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/wizard-of-the-upper-amazon-the-story-of-manuel-c-rdova-rios-isbn-9780938190806","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}