Zig Zag Zen: Buddhism and Psychedelics

More than ever, people are in pursuit of greater fulfillment in their lives, seeking a deeper spiritual truth and strategies for liberation from suffering. Both Buddhism and psychedelics are inevitable subjects that one encounters in such spiritual pursuit and by examining them together, one can find truth about the essence of each. This new edition of the classic work on Buddhism and psychedelics brings forth original material, including an interview with Rick Doblin, founder of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), and a discussion of ayahuasca s unique influence on Zen Buddhism. Zig Zag Zen brings a wealth of opinion and experience to contemporary readers through the voices of a variety of individuals with varying perspectives. Edited by Tricycle contributing editor Allan Badiner and art edited by renowned visionary artist Alex Grey, Zig Zag Zen features a foreword by Buddhist scholar Stephen Batchelor, a preface by historian of religion Huston Smith, and numerous essays and interviews. This is the only book of its kind that explores both Buddhism and psychedelics by creating an instructive conversation between the two. Interspersed throughout are stunning full-page color images of visionary art selected by art editor Alex Grey. Beyond the scope of mainstream anthologies, Zig Zag Zen provides provocative insights into alternative methods for inner exploration and the liberation of the mind."