High Priest – Timothy Leary

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High Priest by Timothy Leary takes readers on a psychedelic journey through the mind of one of the most iconic figures of the 1960s counterculture. Written by Harvard psychologist Timothy Leary, this memoir chronicles his 16 LSD trips taken in the days before the drug was made illegal. Leary, who became a spiritual guide to the youth revolution, reflects on his experiences and interactions with notable figures of the time, including Aldous Huxley, Allen Ginsberg, and William S. Burroughs, among others.

Set against the backdrop of Millbrook, an upstate New York mansion that served as the centre of psychedelic experimentation, High Priest offers a vivid glimpse into the world of 1960s psychedelic pioneers and the cultural shift they catalysed. Each chapter is a blend of personal account, I-Ching readings, and marginal notes, providing a multi-layered view of the era’s spiritual and intellectual experimentation. The book captures the spirit of rebellion and the quest for higher consciousness, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the psychedelic movement or the counterculture of the 1960s.

Timothy Leary’s High Priest is a fascinating and thought-provoking look into an era defined by spiritual exploration and intellectual revolution. A must-read for those interested in the history of psychedelics and their influence on modern culture.