An Encyclopedia of Shamanism, by Christina Pratt.

Published by Rosen Publishing

"On the whole, I was impressed by Pratt's personal understanding of diverse shamanic trance methodologies and ceremonial traditions, and her ability to explain those practices in unambiguous language. In fact, I was often touched at how she manages to deftly turn seemingly conventional statements into insightful teachings."
-- Timothy White, Editor, Shaman's Drum

"Pratt brings us an outstanding reference on Shamanism ...(she) writes clearly and succinctly, and has obviously invested enormous efforts in producing this very detailed information."
-- Daniel J. Benor, MD. Editor, International Journal of Healing and Caring

"...this is not your typical compendium of facts and field research but a reflection of (Pratt's) deep belief that shamanism is 'a valid healing modality that is effectively practiced throughout the world.' …there is nothing else like it."
Shift Magazine: New & Noteworthy, Dec 07-Feb 08, No. 17.

An Encyclopedia of Shamanism, 8 1/2" x 11" - 2 Volumes - Index
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Shamanism can be defined as the practice of initiated shamans who are distinguished by their mastery of a range of altered states of consciousness. Shamanism arises from the actions the shaman takes in non-ordinary reality and the results of those actions in ordinary reality. It is not a religion, yet it demands spiritual discipline and personal sacrifice from the mature shaman who seeks the highest stages of mystical development.

Over 750 thoroughly cross-referenced entries listed A-Z describe the major practices and beliefs of shamanism.

Annotated resource lists cite organizations with contact information, Websites and e-mail addresses.

Each entry includes sources for further reading

The Encyclopedia includes ten essays that provide detailed explanations and historical and cultural perspectives of the shaman and the shaman's world: Shamanism, The Origins of Shamanism, The Origin of the Word "Shaman", The Shaman, Shamans and Non-Shamanic Healers, Contemporary Shamans, Ritual and Ceremony, The Shaman's Trance, Shamans and Spirits, and The Shaman's Universe.

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"...the set's contents are rich enough to provide shamanic practitioners with some stimulating windows into the transformative worlds of both traditional and contemporary shamanisms. Unlike many cross-cultural overviews on shamanism, the essays and many of the entries in these volumes are enriched by the author's personal background in several experiential shamanic traditions..."
Timothy White, Editor, Shaman's Drum