Delve into the heart of ancient mystery with "The Road to Eleusis," where the enigmatic rituals of Eleusis unfold through the lens of an extraordinary hypothesis. This captivating work, crafted by the collaborative genius of mycologist R. Gordon Wasson, chemist Albert Hofmann, and historian Carl A.P. Ruck, invites readers on a journey back to ancient Greece, revealing the secret potion at the core of the Eleusinian Mysteries. With compelling arguments and meticulous research, the authors propose that this sacred brew was imbued with a powerful psychoactive substance, offering initiates transcendent visions and spiritual awakening. This groundbreaking exploration not only sheds light on the mystical experiences of the ancient world but also connects the dots to a broader use of entheogens in religious rituals across cultures and epochs. "The Road to Eleusis" emerges as a seminal work in the study of psychedelics and spirituality, challenging the boundaries between the divine and the earthly. As it traverses historical landscapes and delves into the fabric of universal religious experience, the book reveals how the suppression of entheogenic practices has shaped, and sometimes distorted, the course of religious history. With the addition of a thoughtful preface by Huston Smith and an updated examination of the chemical evidence by Peter Webster, this 30th anniversary edition not only commemorates a pioneering work but also resonates with contemporary discussions on psychedelics, spirituality, and the quest for understanding. Engaging and provocative, "The Road to Eleusis" is not just a book but a passage to the profound mysteries that have captivated humanity for millennia.