This homage and biography of Joseph Rael, Beautiful Painted Arrow, a Native American mystic and oracle, examines his spiritual life from his childhood visions to his present day role as an artist, ceremonial dancer and one of the most well known Shaman in the world today. The work is divided into two parts beginning with a chronological biography of Rael and an exploration of his visions and following with a collection of instructions for experiencing his mystical practices. Wilt is a professor of English at Saint Leo University and a long time follower of Joseph Rael. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)