Programming the Human Biocomputer

by John C. Lilly

Book Overview

Drawing from his extensive knowledge of and experimentation with brain biochemistry, the inventor of the sensory isolation tank outlines the parallels between computers and the human brain and offers methods for stepping out of the mind-body, leading readers on a profound journey of self-discovery.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B00E5DY4BY
• ISBN13: 9781579510657
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Ronin Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

An invaluable manual on how to manipulate the psyche to achieve personal transformation

This book provides a groundbreaking view of the functioning of the human mind and how a person can redirect its operations to more favorable patterns. This work is central to any program of personal growth and development.

Some profound ideas

Warning: not for the intellectual dullard! This can be a challenging work at times. Lilly uses technical terms which may be new to the reader. BUT, for those willing to take time to understand what Lilly is writing, the reward is equal to the effort. It is good to see this work back in print, although I prefer the layout/design of the old , out of print, paperback edition (the publisher of this new edition, Ronin, has a habit of designing most of their books in an irritating manner, as if assuming the reader is too "stoned" to read small print). Also, this edition has been edited and I prefer the original but I am sure that many will find this new edition more "reader friendly". These objections aside, Ronin has done a service in providing this work. The contents: Lilly presents an interesting model of neurology, human bio-computer, and posits an interesting statement near the beggining of this book, "We may be nothing but our programs". Not that Lilly is a mechanist, as he had recorded greater experiences of quantum-esque with greater clarity than most "mystics". I would especially recommend this book to those interested in LSD, transpersonal psychology, neurology, and "human potential". Therapists might find much useful information here. I read this as an undergraduate and it's effects are still experienced at times.