So You Want to Be a Shaman : A Creative and Practical Guide to the History, Wisdom and Rituals of This Ancient Tradition

Seek out the shaman within & take the first steps toward awakening your own unique shamanic wisdom. Shamans are ordinary people with extraordinary knowledge & insight. This lavishly illustrated little book is both a fascinating account of shamanic practices dating back to Paleolithic times & a useful guide to becoming a modern shaman. It provides an introduction to the shamanistic traditions of many cultures including Native American, African, Arctic, Nordic, Aboriginal, & Tibetan. It also explores the skills & powers of shamans, as well as their important roles as performers, oracles, peacemakers, & healers. Illustrated.Lawson, David is the author of 'So You Want to Be a Shaman : A Creative and Practical Guide to the History, Wisdom and Rituals of This Ancient Tradition', published 1999 under ISBN 9780788165641 and ISBN 078816564X.