ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

This book would not have been possible without the love and support of my parents, Gary and Theresa Schroeder. A warm intergalactic hug eternally goes to Estrella Eguino, my “estrellita,” for being the best editor, ghostwriter, psychic, partner, and soul mate a pharaoh of Mars could ever dream of. A special thanks goes to Jon Graham and the whole staff at Inner Traditions • Bear & Company. Thanks for believing in me! And to all the fearless researchers, philosophers, artists, and intellectuals who have paved the way before me, I can only hope this book follows their example.