Shamanism is the practice of maximizing the human abilities of mind and
spirit for healing and problem solving. A term that comes from the Siberian
tribal word for its practitioners, "shaman," shamans are a type of medicine
man or woman especially distinguished by the use of journeys to hidden
worlds through myth, dream, and near-death experiences. This inclusive two-
volume encyclopedia combines the philosophy, concepts, and practical elements
that make up Shamanism.

* Over 750 in-depth entries, organized A-Z, containing essential information
about Shamanic methods and practices across cultures.
* Eight introductory essays clearly discuss the basic concepts of Shamanism.
* Annotated resource lists cite organizations with contact information,
including Web sites and e-mail addresses.
* Each entry includes sources for further reading.

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