Alexander ‘Sasha’ Shulgin died yesterday, at the age of 88.
A Tweet from the Erowid Center stated that “Yes, Sasha died peacefully this afternoon (June 2), surrounded by friends and family.”
Shulgin is famous for publishing the books Pihkal and Tihkal and for synthesizing over 230 psychedelic compounds that he dutifully tested with his wife as well as for introducing MDMA to the therapeutical world, before it was made illegal.
I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a respected elder of the psychedelic community, he shall not be forgotten
The Copyright for Part 1 of PiHKAL and TiHKAL has been reserved in all forms and it may not be distributed. Part 2 may be distributed for non-commercial reproduction. You can read both the second part of Tikhal and Pikhal online at erowid, his legacy shall inspire many, like it greatly inspired me.
Rest in Peace Mr. Shulgin
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