The Road to Eleusis

In "The Road to Eleusis," three experts—a mycologist, a chemist, and a historian—explore the ancient Mysteries at Eleusis, Greece, and argue that the sacred potion consumed during rituals likely contained a psychoactive entheogen. The authors trace the use of natural psychedelics in spiritual practices throughout history and across cultures, offering insights into experiential religion and its suppression. Celebrated for its bold thesis upon its initial release in 1978, this 30th anniversary edition includes a new preface by Huston Smith and updated chemical evidence by Peter Webster, reinforcing its relevance today.