Daturas Of The Old World And New: An Account Of Their Narcotic Properties And Their Use In Oracular

""Daturas of the Old World and New"" is a book written by William Edwin Safford in 1922. The book provides a detailed account of the narcotic properties of daturas, a group of plants known for their hallucinogenic effects. Safford explores the use of daturas in oracular and initiatory ceremonies throughout history, examining their role in various cultures and religions. The book covers the botany, chemistry, and pharmacology of daturas, as well as their cultural significance and symbolism. It also includes descriptions of the various species of daturas found around the world and their traditional uses. This book is a fascinating exploration of the history and cultural significance of a group of plants that have played an important role in human society for centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.