This evocative guide to Shamanism takes you on a journey from its origins in Europe, North America, Siberia and the Arctic Circle through to contemporary rituals to try today. Illustrated with cultural images, totems and people, shaman John Matthews reveals the rich animistic traditions of this ancient spirituality and reveals how it can empower your life.

Discover:

 The significance of power animals

 Shapeshifting - moving into different states of being

 Healing with spirit guides

 Vision questing - finding guidance in meditation and dream experiences

 Working with totems

 Shamanic drumming and trance