10-02-2011, 12:03 AM
I wish to add this as well. The argument whether Castaneda was legitimate, or whether don Juan was real is specious. (Look it up.) It really doesn't matter one way or the other because the stories are engaging and invigorating and they drive those who enjoy them to consider other aspects of their existence. That alone is worthwhile. Just the comment that the ultimate goal is achieving the totality of self is worth reading all the books, the magic and tales of power notwithstanding.