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Ayahuasca, Ritual and Religion in Brazil
Ayahuasca and Its Cultural Significance
Ayahuasca is a psychoactive drink used for healing and divination among religious groups in the Brazilian Amazon.
About the Book
Ayahuasca, Ritual and Religion in Brazil is the first scholarly volume in English to examine the religious rituals and practices surrounding ayahuasca.
Content and Focus
The use of ayahuasca among religious groups is analysed, alongside Brazilian public policies regarding ayahuasca and the handling of substance dependence.
Intended Audience
Ayahuasca, Ritual and Religion in Brazil will be of interest to scholars of anthropology and religion and all those interested in the role of stimulants in religious practice.
