"An absorbing history and description... factual, theoretical and practical... of the widespread use of peyote as the basis of a native religion among American Indians. This book provides a thorough and illuminating study of the most widespread American Indian religious movement - the peyote cult. Members of the cult ritually eat the peyote cactus, a substance with special psychological and physiological effects, including visions. Formally designated the Native American Church, the cult combines Christian beliefs with distinctly Indian ritual practices. For peyotists, the cactus is the ensign of their religion, the basis for their communication with God and their cure for all bodily and spiritual ills."

The Peyote Religion Among the Navaho
David F. Aberle
1966
First Edition
Aldine Publishing Co
Very Good-glassine wrapped, dust jacket has tears on edges
Hardcover
454 pp.
7x10"