Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage to Powerspots [J. Chrstian Greer & Michelle K. Oing

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Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage to Powerspots

J. Christian Greer & Michelle K. Oing

OSGH Press. 2020. First edition. New copies.

From the publisher:

"Focusing on Japan's oldest pilgrimage route, the Kumano Kodo, the authors of this book offer their readers a transgressive and humorous look at the merry art of pilgrimage. Whether uncovering historical conspiracies, collecting ghost stories, or recounting bawdy folklore, this surrealist investigation establishes a new paradigm for spiritual travel inspired by an impressive breadth of scholarly research, and the authors' many years as pilgrims across the globe."

What a pleasure to discover this book! Dr. Greer connected with me via email and I was completely enthralled by the presentation and attitude contained within. This is the realest account of the kind of fever-dream high that true pilgrimage evokes - a constant humming state of mystic connection and revelation. The art accompanying the travelogue is phenomenal as well. I dub this my "Lock of the Week". It has made me excited for the 2026 Chimayo pilgrimage.

All who purchase a copy of this will receive cool stickers from the author. Folks, don't mess this one up!!