{"product_id":"touching-the-jaguar-isbn-9781523089864","title":"Touching the Jaguar","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe author of \u003ci\u003eConfessions of an Economic Hitman\u003c\/i\u003e details the experience that transformed him into an activist.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e–bestselling author John Perkins was a young Peace Corps volunteer, his life was saved by an Amazonian shaman who taught him to “touch the jaguar”—to transform his fears into positive action. He went on to become an “economic hit man” (EHM), convincing developing countries to build huge infrastructure projects that put them perpetually in debt to the World Bank and other US-controlled institutions. Although he sincerely believed this was the best model for economic development, he came to realize it was really a new form of colonialism. Returning to the Amazon, he saw the destructive impact of his EHM work. But he also was inspired by a previously uncontacted tribe that touched its jaguar by uniting with its enemies to defend its territory against invading oil and mining companies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the first time, Perkins details how shamanism converted him from an EHM to a crusader for transforming a failing Death Economy (exploiting resources that are declining at accelerating rates) into a Life Economy (cleaning up pollution, recycling, and developing green technologies). He discusses the power our perceptions have for molding reality. And he provides a strategy for each of us to change our lives and defend our territory—the earth—against current destructive policies and systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“This eloquent book inspires us to create a new reality of what it means to be humans on this magnificent planet.” —Deepak Chopra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTouching the Jaguar\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartfelt exploration into the powers to change ourselves, transform businesses, and renew society—powers indigenous shamans have cultivated for millennia and we must embrace to dream the world in a new way.” —Alberto Villoldo, PhD, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eOne Spirit Medicine\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eShaman, Healer, Sage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Perkins is a master storyteller. In this story of deceit, divided loyalties, and ultimate redemption, he draws us to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the possibilities of a human rebirth and brings us together on the path to a future that works for the whole of life.” —David Korten, author of \u003ci\u003eWhen Corporations Rule the World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"An inherently fascinating and deeply personal story that is as informed and informative as it is thoughtful and thought-provoking…an extraordinary contribution to our on-going national dialogue.\" \u003cb\u003e—Midwest Book Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"The best kind of non-fiction is told in story form, right? Touching the Jaguar is just such a book….Very entertaining, the book is filled with humor and told from a self-deprecating point of view. Together, the stories become a series of lessons in an ‘evolving education about the US government work and the way we abuse our privileges.’” \u003cb\u003e—Clean Technica\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTouching the Jaguar\u003c\/i\u003e connects the dots between Amazonian shamans and the modern world of materialistic overconsumption. This eloquent book inspires us to create a new reality of what it means to be human on this magnificent planet.”  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Deepak Chopra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Because of John’s work, I traveled deep into the Amazon. The Achuar taught us about altering reality by changing perceptions. This marvelous book transports you on a similar journey and empowers all of us to transform failing systems into successful ones.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—John Gray, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eMen Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“John is a brilliant storyteller. \u003ci\u003eTouching the Jaguar\u003c\/i\u003e chronicles one of the greatest and most fascinating true stories of our time. It will touch you, lift your spirit, engage you, and deepen your heart. It is magical, riveting, and true. John’s masterwork.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Lynne Twist, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Soul of Money\u003c\/i\u003e and cofounder of the Pachamama Alliance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Once again, John Perkins takes us on an extraordinary voyage that includes issues that not only shake the world but transform ourselves in the process.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Thom Hartmann, America’s #1 progressive talk show host and author of \u003ci\u003eThe Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTouching the Jaguar\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartfelt exploration into the powers to change ourselves, transform businesses, and renew society—powers indigenous shamans have cultivated for millennia and we must embrace to dream the world in a new way.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Alberto Villoldo, PhD, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eOne Spirit Medicine\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eShaman, Healer, Sage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Perkins is a master storyteller. In this story of deceit, divided loyalties, and ultimate redemption, he draws us to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the possibilities of a human rebirth and brings us together on the path to a future that works for the whole of life.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—David Korten, author of \u003ci\u003eChange the Story, Change the Future\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eThe Great Turning\u003c\/i\u003e; and \u003ci\u003eWhen Corporations Rule the World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“How do we transform a destructive Death Economy into a sustainable Life Economy? What actions can \u003ci\u003eyou\u003c\/i\u003e take to be your best you? These questions John answers in this powerful, fun-to-read, and groundbreaking book.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Marci Shimoff, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eHappy for No Reason\u003c\/i\u003e and coauthor of \u003ci\u003eChicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003ePerkins is an amazing writer, storyteller, and adventurer who has written a really great read, another provocative bestseller.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Stephan Rechtschaffen, MD, founder of Blue Spirit Costa Rica and Omega Institute\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“John’s life story is an important lesson for those embedded in the malfunctioning mainstream economy. John\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eempowers us to shift the economic hit man\/growth metrics into those that focus on a Life Economy.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Hazel Henderson, author of \u003ci\u003eBuilding a Win-Win World\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eParadigms in Progress\u003c\/i\u003e and CEO, Ethical Markets Media \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Perkins \u003c\/b\u003eis an activist and author of ten books on global intrigue, shamanism, and transformation, including the classic \u003ci\u003eConfessions of an Economic Hit Man\u003c\/i\u003e. As a former chief economist at a major consulting firm, he advised the World Bank, United Nations, Fortune 500 corporations, and governments. He regularly speaks at universities, economic forums, and shamanic gatherings around the world and is a founder and board member of the Pachamama Alliance and Dream Change.","brand":"Berrett-Koehler Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46301402661093,"sku":"NP9781523089864","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781523089864.jpg?v=1767742855","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/touching-the-jaguar-isbn-9781523089864","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}