Peyote: History, Tradition, Politics, and Conservation

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Health, Alternative & Holistic Health, Herbal Medications, Alternative Therapies
Cover of the book Peyote: History, Tradition, Politics, and Conservation by , ABC-CLIO
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781440834011
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: January 18, 2016
Imprint: Praeger Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781440834011
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: January 18, 2016
Imprint: Praeger
Language: English

Why is mescaline—an internationally controlled substance derived from peyote—given exemptions for religious use by indigenous groups in Mexico, and by the pan-indigenous Native American Church in the United States and Canada? What are the intersections of peyote use, constitutional law, and religious freedom? And why are natural populations of peyote in decline—so much so that in Mexico, peyote is considered a species needing "special protection"? This fascinating book addresses these questions and many more. It also examines the delicate relationship between "the needs of the plant" as a species and "the needs of man" to consume the species for spiritual purposes.

The authors of this work integrate the history of peyote regulation in the United States and the special "trust responsibility" relationship between the American Indians and the government into their broad examination of peyote, a hallucinogenic cactus containing mescaline that grows naturally in Mexico and southern Texas. The book's chapters document how when it comes to peyote, multiple stakeholders' interests are in conflict—as is often the case with issues that involve ethnic identity, religion, constitutional interpretation, and conservation. The expansion of peyote traditions also serves as a foundation for examining issues of international human rights law and protections for religious freedom within the global milieu of cultural transnationalism.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Why is mescaline—an internationally controlled substance derived from peyote—given exemptions for religious use by indigenous groups in Mexico, and by the pan-indigenous Native American Church in the United States and Canada? What are the intersections of peyote use, constitutional law, and religious freedom? And why are natural populations of peyote in decline—so much so that in Mexico, peyote is considered a species needing "special protection"? This fascinating book addresses these questions and many more. It also examines the delicate relationship between "the needs of the plant" as a species and "the needs of man" to consume the species for spiritual purposes.

The authors of this work integrate the history of peyote regulation in the United States and the special "trust responsibility" relationship between the American Indians and the government into their broad examination of peyote, a hallucinogenic cactus containing mescaline that grows naturally in Mexico and southern Texas. The book's chapters document how when it comes to peyote, multiple stakeholders' interests are in conflict—as is often the case with issues that involve ethnic identity, religion, constitutional interpretation, and conservation. The expansion of peyote traditions also serves as a foundation for examining issues of international human rights law and protections for religious freedom within the global milieu of cultural transnationalism.

More books from ABC-CLIO

Cover of the book 100 Entertainers Who Changed America: An Encyclopedia of Pop Culture Luminaries [2 volumes] by
Cover of the book Encyclopedia of Stock Car Racing [2 volumes] by
Cover of the book Legends, Monsters, or Serial Murderers? The Real Story Behind an Ancient Crime by
Cover of the book Supporting Reading in Grades 6–12: A Guide by
Cover of the book Multimedia Learning Stations: Facilitating Instruction, Strengthening the Research Process, Building Collaborative Partnerships by
Cover of the book How Consumer Culture Controls Our Kids: Cashing in on Conformity by
Cover of the book The History of the Baltic States, 2nd Edition by
Cover of the book Listen to New Wave Rock! Exploring a Musical Genre by
Cover of the book The Death Penalty: Documents Decoded by
Cover of the book Get Those Guys Reading! Fiction and Series Books that Boys Will Love by
Cover of the book The Democratic Party: Documents Decoded by
Cover of the book Robots: A Reference Handbook by
Cover of the book Abraham Lincoln, the Quakers, and the Civil War: "A Trial of Principle and Faith" by
Cover of the book The Historian's Narrative of Frederick Douglass: Reading Douglass's Autobiography as Social and Cultural History by
Cover of the book Chechnya's Terrorist Network: The Evolution of Terrorism in Russia's North Caucasus by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy