I'm bailing out after 100 pages.

The writing quality is extremely poor. The narrative fails to be compelling at all. The so-called "shamanism" appears to be nothing but a bunch of psychobabble, as if it were generated by a philosophy bot on Twitter.

Sorry, but I simply can't afford to waste my precious time on this narrative that lacks any captivating dramatic tension.

I had previously read one of his earlier and more popular books regarding the teachings of Don Juan, and it was interesting in a rather strange way. I believe this is the 12th book out of his total of 12 books, which might explain why it gives the impression that he's just going through the motions and rehashing old ideas.

Here are a couple of points for clarity.

1. I don't really care if the entire thing is fabricated. After all, most of the great religious and philosophical works are written as narrative metaphors, and that's not a matter of concern for me. However, this story seems to have been constructed retrospectively to fit the earlier narrative.

2. I'm no novice when it comes to works of philosophy. I'm perfectly willing to persevere with a book if it holds some philosophical value.

3. There are indeed a couple of great mind-opening thoughts scattered here and there within the trash, but it's simply not worth sifting through this dung-heap of a book to extract them.

I sincerely hope the Yaquis don't emerge from infinity to haunt me.

Chris Russell - Cape Cod - August 3rd 2017

"Visata had a beginning, and now it is aging," the man explained.

"And it will die, like everything dies."

Just as he himself died, having mathematically proven

the syntax of his language.

Visata, which once started its journey, is now showing signs of wear and tear. It has come a long way, but like all things in this world, it has its limitations. The man, with his profound understanding of mathematics and language, was able to prove the syntax of his language. However, even he could not escape the inevitable fate of death.

As we look at Visata's aging process, we can't help but wonder what the future holds for it. Will it continue to decline until it ceases to exist? Or will there be a way to rejuvenate it and give it a new lease on life? Only time will tell.

Similarly, when we think about our own lives, we are reminded that everything has an end. We should make the most of the time we have and strive to leave a positive impact on the world around us.

A good storyteller has crafted this book, yet it is rather difficult to extract a great deal of practical value from it when compared to some of his other works. The narrative may be engaging and filled with interesting plotlines and characters, but in terms of providing tangible and useful information or guidance, it falls somewhat short.

Perhaps the author's focus was more on creating an entertaining read rather than offering practical solutions or insights. While entertainment has its own merits, for those seeking books that can help them in their daily lives, solve problems, or gain new skills, this particular book may not be the most suitable choice.

However, it's important to note that just because a book may not have a high practical value doesn't mean it's without worth. It can still offer a form of escapism, stimulate the imagination, and provide a source of enjoyment. Each book has its own unique qualities, and depending on the reader's interests and expectations, it can be appreciated in different ways.