Food of the Gods: The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge
Food of the Gods: The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993311
Book • Nonfiction
Worldwide • 1990s
1993
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Food of the Gods: The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge, Terence McKenna explores the historical and cultural impact of psychoactive plants on human evolution and consciousness. He proposes that these substances play a pivotal role in shaping language, culture, and spirituality, advocating for a reevaluation of society's relationship with psychedelics.
Informative
Mysterious
Contemplative
Fantastical
Adventurous
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Food of the Gods: The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge by Terence McKenna intrigues with its exploration of psychoactive plants and human evolution. Praised for its thought-provoking ideas and rich narrative, it also faces criticism for speculative claims and lack of scientific rigor. McKenna's passionate voice captivates, yet skeptics may find his theories lacking empirical support.
Who Should Read Food of the Gods: The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge?
A reader interested in the intersection of ethnobotany, psychedelics, and human evolution would enjoy Food of the Gods. Fans of Aldous Huxley's The Doors of Perception or Michael Pollan's How to Change Your Mind might find this book engaging.
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Book • Nonfiction
Worldwide • 1990s
1993
Adult
18+ years
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