Journey to Ixtlan

In 'Journey to Ixtlan,' Carlos Castaneda recounts his continued apprenticeship with the Yaqui shaman Don Juan Matus.

The book delves into the metaphorical concept of 'Ixtlan,' a place or state of being to which a 'sorcerer' or 'man of knowledge' is drawn.

Castaneda reevaluates his previous teachings, emphasizing the importance of 'stopping the world' and perceiving reality on new terms.

He also shifts focus away from psychotropic plants, which were central in his earlier works, and towards a more holistic understanding of Don Juan's teachings.

The book explores the progression from hunter to warrior to man of knowledge, highlighting Castaneda's personal transformation and his struggle to reconcile his rational worldview with the mystical experiences he encounters.