Description
The Second Ring of Power — Carlos Castaneda
Simon & Schuster, 1977 — First Edition, First Printing
This is a beautifully preserved First Edition, First Printing of Carlos Castaneda’s The Second Ring of Power, one of the most influential works in his groundbreaking Don Juan series. Castaneda’s writing helped shape the spiritual and anthropological landscape of the late 20th century, weaving together mysticism, visionary experience, and cultural inquiry in a way that continues to captivate readers and collectors.
Condition
This copy is in near fine to fine condition. The boards are exceptionally clean, the binding is tight, and the interior pages show no signs of wear—crisp, bright, and unmarked. The dust jacket remains bright and attractive with only
Edition Details
The copyright page displays the full number line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10, confirming this as the First Edition, First Printing. Early printings of Castaneda’s works were widely read and seldom survive in such clean, collector-worthy condition.
About the Work
In The Second Ring of Power, Castaneda deepens his exploration of the teachings attributed to the Yaqui sorcerer Don Juan Matus. The narrative ventures into themes of perception, power, and alternate realities, offering a profound continuation of the path introduced in The Teachings of Don Juan. For readers of modern spirituality, anthropology, counterculture history, and metaphysical literature, this volume is essential.
A Superior Example for Collectors
Near fine first printings of Castaneda’s early works are increasingly scarce, as most copies were heavily used upon publication. This preserved example—with its clean interior, sharp boards, and Brodart-protected jacket—makes an excellent addition to any collection of modern spirituality, anthropology, or 1960s–70s countercultural literature.
