Carlos Castaneda's "Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Life"

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The discussion revolves around Carlos Castaneda's book "Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Life," with participants sharing their opinions on its authenticity and the character of Don Juan. Some participants express skepticism about Castaneda, noting that he referred to Don Juan as a "constructed character" and suggesting that much of the narrative may be fictional. Others defend Castaneda, arguing that he did not admit to fabricating his experiences and that his work reflects a unique perspective on reality and dreams. The conversation also touches on personal reading preferences, with a suggestion to read "The Shipping News" instead.
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Just curious... but has anyone read carlos casteneda's "Don Juan: a yaqui way of life?" and if so, any thoughts/oppinions?
 
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GALE! YOU'RE BACK! ...no i haven't read the book.
 
I read it a long time ago, and also another one by him. I'm afraid he's been pretty much shown up a a fake. At the least you need to know that he admits Don Juan is a "constructed character" based on several men Casteneda claims to have known. But mostly I believe it's fiction.
 
I have read all 6 CC books
and don't think he was a fake
nore did he admit to faking it
but
CC was someone who didnot seprate
dreams from reality or visions from seeing
 
Hi Gale! I like your new picture.

I would recommend a good poignant novel like The Shipping News instead.

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