Tryptamine Palace: 5-MeO-DMT and the Sonoran Desert Toad Paperback – Illustrated, May 21, 2009

Tryptamine palace by James oroc is an important contribution to the literature on psychedelic drugs and states of human concsciousness. It appears 5-meo-dmt may be the most powerful psychedelic drug so far known to man-here understood as an entheogen opening up one to higher states of consciousness as understood by the mystic traditions worldwide such as Vedic/Vedanta and Tibetan Nyingma Buddhism that are life transformative in making one a more deeply spiritual person loving life, wanting to benefit other people more as well as the planet and bringing a deep sense sense of peace and well being to ones existence. James oroc goes very deeply into metaphysics and interpretations of quantum physics in trying to make sense of his 5-meo-dmt experiences. We are both an emanation and identical to a cosmic intelligence/awareness field which is evolving our universe. The metaphysics and interpretations of quantum physics he uses are fascinating, in partjcular the ways he links them up to the Vedic and nyingma/dzogchen Buddhist based traditions. Oroc refers you to works by Bernard haisch in god theory and by ervin laszlo in science and the akashic field:a theory of everything and by Lynne mctaggart in the field: the quest for the secret force of the universe. This is the most fascinating part of the book. Now few people in his long experience of administering the psychedelic drug 5-meo-dmt have a cosmic opening and it is tricky to administer it properly in the proper not too high dosage with the proper supportive setting which can cause real adverse reactions--which is not helped by the fact it is illegal. I think that at this point it should be researched carefully under very supportive settings if the government would only grant permission here. Again a very worthwhile book on the role that psychedelic drugs can play in opening up human consciousness and investigating reality. Eric warwick

I usually don't write reviews, but I feel I owe it to this amazing author and this masterpiece he has created. If you enjoyed authors such as Rick Strassman, Graham Hancock, Martin Ball, Daniel Pinchbeck, Roger Walsh and Terrance McKenna - you will absolutely love this book.Mr. Oroc is truly a talented writer. He has taken the monumental task of articulating an ultimate psychedelic experience, and within the mere confines of human language has produced a sheer classic. This has been the most profound book on entheogens I have read to date.Oroc not only gives us the mystical side of a 5MEO-DMT experience but shows stunning correlations to cutting edge quantum physics and eastern mystical traditions. With the help of Ervin Laszlo and other leading thinkers of the day, Oroc creates a convincing hypothesis of the basis of reality, and how entheogens fit in.This book takes your from Oroc's experiences trying to catch the elusive Sonoran Desert Toad, to the Burning Man playa, to the zero-point field, to the mountainous temples of India, and back to New Orleans and his home in the Caribbean. It's an epic journey! I finished this book in less than a week - It was impossible to put down!At an important time in human history, this book was surely destined to be produced. Oroc said it himself a part of him, some force, was determined to produce this book. It's level headed approach to issues of spirituality, the human experience, and controversial "hallucinogens" are pivotal in this turning point in human history. The transformation which took place within Mr. Oroc is happening within more and more people around the world. This book is a piece of the puzzle and a catalyst for the ultimate reality which is human destiny: The nature of the cosmos is love, and we are co-creators of our own realities!

Of the over 300 books I have read within the subject scope of spirituality, metaphysics and the nature of reality, this is one that stands out beyond the "crowd". This a groundbreaking book for those looking to explore greater cosmic truths, not only with the aid of DMT amplification, but also for the everyman seeker who is looking for answers in a quest to "tie it all together".Oroc's account achieves exactly this through a combination of research into 5MEO DMT, quantum physics, spirituality and philosophy - and all intertwined with various personal journeys of discovery. This ultimately leads the reader to the Zero Point Field, and to the all knowing consciousness that holds the Cosmos together. The consciousness called GOD.This is also a deeply personal account where a kindred connection is formed with the writer, further adding to the books readability. Within all of us there is the deep yearning to have the true Samadi experience, of being able to journey to and touch the Godhead, and to merge into the field of Infinite Potential and Infinite Oneness. It is my sense that the reading of this book has the potential to trigger awakenings within the psyche, allowing the reader to flirt with the idea of connecting to full God consciousness as being a real possibility.If you are looking for some personal expansion, a view into deeper vistas, and for greater sense of yourself within the vastness of the universal order, this book is a good one to add to your reading list. Savor and enjoy!