Oxford University Press Oxford Ayahuasca Shamanism in the Amazon and Beyond Book

Explore the deep connections between indigenous forest traditions and modern Western societies in Ayahuasca Shamanism in the Amazon and Beyond. Part of the Oxford Ritual Studies series, this volume provides an academic look at how Amerindian epistemology and ontology influence shamanic rituals. Authors Beatriz Caiuby Labate and Clancy Cavnar examine the expansion of ayahuasca use from its Amazonian roots to a global stage. This book examines how indigenous, mestizo, and cosmopolitan cultures engage with and transform these ancient traditions. As the use of this psychoactive drink spreads, it triggers various legal and cultural responses across different nations. Readers will gain a better understanding of the social and cultural shifts occurring as these forest rituals meet new global contexts. It is a significant resource for those studying Latin American cultural and ethnic studies, social sciences, and the evolution of ritual practices in a changing world.