Gateways Books

ANGELS HEALING JOURNEY, by E. J. Gold, is a 49-day guided meditation intended for healing and spiritual guidance during life, death, and the afterlife (the Bardo).

The book provides daily readings associated with specific angels and chambers, offering a structured path through various stages of spiritual transition. It includes a comprehensive list of ailments and their corresponding angelic healers, functioning as an angelic "telephone directory." The text emphasizes that these readings complement, not replace, medical treatment.

Gold's author's foreword uses a fable to illustrate the challenges of perceiving reality beyond superficial appearances, encouraging readers to seek deeper understanding through spiritual practice.

E.J. Gold's The Book of Sacraments is a prayer book offering guidance through the stages of death and rebirth, described as a journey through "bardos."

The text includes prayers and aphorisms alongside the author's artwork. A preface by Claudio Naranjo praises Gold's unique approach to spiritual teaching, comparing his work to the Tibetan Book of the Dead but with a more accessible and humorous style. Linda Corriveau's foreword expresses deep personal affection for the book and its potential for comfort and spiritual insight.

Finally, the book's conclusion includes information about the author and offers resources for further study.

Handbook for the Recently Deceased provides satirical advice and instructions for navigating the afterlife, a place referred to as the "Bardo."

The book playfully covers topics such as bardo etiquette, modes of transportation, and games to play after death. It also explores the concept of "BLOBs," or biological lifeforms one carries from life into death, and methods for removing them.

Finally, the text includes practical tips and techniques for avoiding premature rebirth in the Bardo.

Horace L. Gold's book How to Write Great Science Fiction, offers insights into the craft of science fiction writing.

Gold discusses the importance of ideas over accurate scientific predictions in science fiction, using examples from various authors and historical hoaxes. A significant portion details a mystery story written by Gold, exploring the strange deaths of wealthy elderly people. The book also includes a short story about a time traveler's adventures in the future and another short story about a boardwalk concessionaire cursed by a water gnome.

Finally, the text provides a brief overview of Gold's career and the publication of Galaxy magazine.

Tanks for the Memories is a book compiling lectures by John C. Lilly and E.J. Gold on their experiences with and perspectives on floatation tanks.

Lilly, a pioneering neuroscientist, discusses the physiological and psychological effects of sensory deprivation, exploring altered states of consciousness and the nature of reality. Gold, a transformational psychologist, complements Lilly's scientific approach with a more mystical and spiritual interpretation of tank experiences, describing various states of consciousness and the potential for interdimensional travel. The book also includes a personal account by Lee Perry, detailing her introduction to floatation tanks and their impact on her life.

The text explores the potential of floatation tanks as a tool for self-discovery and personal transformation.

Robert de Ropp's autobiography, Warrior's Way, recounts his life journey, exploring themes of spiritual growth, scientific inquiry, and self-discovery. The narrative interweaves personal experiences with philosophical and spiritual reflections, drawing on various traditions including Eastern mysticism and Western science. De Ropp examines his relationships with influential figures like Gurdjieff and Ouspensky, his experiences with mind-altering drugs, and his lifelong pursuit of self-knowledge. The book offers a unique perspective on the human condition, blending personal anecdotes with insightful commentary on society, culture, and the search for meaning.

The Hidden Work is a book by E.J. Gold that outlines a spiritual practice called "The Work," which aims to awaken the "biological machine" within each individual and use it to help the Absolute, who Gold views as suffering from the involuntary creation of the universe.

Gold argues that true prayer is not the emotional, self-serving kind practiced by many, but rather a specific, intentional process called "Prayer-Absolute" that involves a series of contemplations and helps to transform the individual's being. The book includes chapters on the history of prayer, the nature of the Absolute and the role of angels, as well as practical exercises and dietary guidelines for those who wish to engage in "The Work."

The book is structured as a textbook and is written in a straightforward, contemporary style.

Claudio Naranjo's Ennea-Type Structures is a self-help manual based on the enneagram, a system of nine personality types.

The book, drawing on Naranjo's extensive experience and teachings from Oscar Ichazo, provides descriptions of each type's traits, motivations, and underlying psychological dynamics. Naranjo's approach integrates concepts from various psychological schools and esoteric traditions, emphasizing the role of "ontic obscuration," or a loss of being, in shaping personality. The text also includes forewords by E.J. Gold, who praises Naranjo's work and its unique contribution to self-knowledge.

Finally, the book offers suggestions for further self-exploration using journaling and meditative practices.

The Master Game by Robert de Ropp is a self-help book exploring higher states of consciousness.

The book uses the metaphor of games to describe different levels of human experience, from low, destructive games to the ultimate "Master Game" of self-realization. De Ropp synthesizes various methods, including autogenic training and the prayer of the heart, to achieve this higher consciousness. The text also discusses the importance of self-observation, physical and mental disciplines, and the role of community in spiritual growth.

Finally, the book touches upon the dangers of misusing drugs to achieve spiritual experiences.

E.J. Gold's Visions in the Stone is a memoir recounting his archaeological expeditions in Iraq, interwoven with esoteric teachings on psychometry, the ability to perceive past events through artifacts.

The book details his encounters with various individuals and explores the concept of "hidden guides" leading individuals toward spiritual transformation. Gold's methods involve unlocking secrets encoded within artifacts through specific emotional and physical techniques. An introduction by Robert Anton Wilson compares Gold's journey to classic quests, highlighting the potential dangers and rewards of exploring the unknown.

Ultimately, the book presents a blend of personal narrative, archaeological exploration, and esoteric philosophy, encouraging readers to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery.