Timothy Leary: Hero of American Consciousness
Profiles In Eccentricity
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Psychedelics and the 1950s: A Cultural Awakening
This chapter explores the historical backdrop of the 1950s that fueled interest in psychedelics, focusing on R. Gordon Wasson’s discovery of the psilocybin mushroom in Mexico. It highlights Timothy's transformative experiences with these substances, connecting them to broader themes of consciousness and the works of Aldous Huxley.
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