Shulgin, Alexander
Tihkal: The Continuation
- ISBN 13:
- 9780963009692
- author:
- Shulgin, Alexander
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Transform Press,U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 804
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- Cultural studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
TiHKAL: The Continuation is a sequel to PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story, offering a new perspective on the world of psychoactive substances. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section providing a personal and historical account of the author's experiences, including a fictionalized autobiography that picks up where PiHKAL left off. This section also explores the institutional side of the DEA and the consequences faced by those who challenge the status quo. The second part of TiHKAL delves into the chemistry of 55 psychedelic compounds, with detailed information on synthesis, dosage, and subjective effects. This section is a valuable resource for those interested in the science behind psychoactive substances. Throughout the book, the author's thoughts on science, technology, law, and society are woven together with botanical facts, travel stories, and psychological commentary, creating a unique blend of perspectives. For those interested in the world of psychoactive substances, TiHKAL: The Continuation offers a fascinating insight into the mind of the man behind the compounds and the woman who brought his work to light.