Global Ayahuasca: Wondrous Visions and Modern Worlds. By Alex K. Gearin

Daniela M. Peluso

doi:10.1558/irt.33129

October 14, 2025Indigenous Religious TraditionsOpen Access

Global Ayahuasca: Wondrous Visions and Modern Worlds. By Alex K. Gearin

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Explores the cultural and social dimensions of ayahuasca across different regions and communities.
Analyzes both historical and contemporary perspectives, revealing how ayahuasca shapes modern spiritual practices.
Addresses the implications of globalization on traditional ayahuasca use and its transformations.
Critically examines the intersections of modernity and indigenous practices related to ayahuasca.

Implication

This book examines ayahuasca’s cultural significance and modern interpretations, highlighting its global impact.

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Global Ayahuasca: Wondrous Visions and Modern Worlds. By Alex K. Gearin. Redwood City, CA: Stanford University Press, 2024. 296pp. $30 (paperback or e- book), $120 (hardcover).

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