Böcker av John E. Williams

This volume provides an explanation of contemporary sex stereotypes and the degree to which they prevail in different cultures. Providing data from 30 countries, the authors examine their findings from the following perspectives: affective meanings, ego studies and psychological needs.

Ferdinand Jacob Lindheimer is known as the 'father of Texas botany'. His collections are credited with helping botanists to understand the nature and significance of the diversity of plants in the state. John Williams offers the first English translation of his essays, providing valuable insight into the natural and cultural history of Texas.

This spiritual travelogue, based on Dr. Williams' 30 years spent among the shamans of Peru, includes descriptions of the shamanic ceremonies performed at sacred sites such as Machu Picchu and Cuzco as well as Williams' initiations using the mind-expanding psychedelic "ayahuasca" and the sacred coca plant.