Dale Pendell
Dale Pendell (April 14, 1947 – January 13, 2018) was an American poet, ethnobotanist, and novelist. He is best known for his series of books known as the Pharmako Trilogy, a significant contribution to the field of ethnobotany and pharmacology.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Dale Pendell was born on April 14, 1947, in Fresno, California. He attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied English Literature and Computer Science.
Career[edit | edit source]
Pendell's career spanned several decades and encompassed a wide range of disciplines. He worked as a computer consultant, software engineer, and lecturer. However, he is most renowned for his work in the field of ethnobotany and pharmacology, particularly his Pharmako Trilogy.
Pharmako Trilogy[edit | edit source]
The Pharmako Trilogy is a series of books that explore the cultural, historical, and scientific aspects of various psychoactive plants. The trilogy includes Pharmako/Poeia (1995), Pharmako/Dynamis (2002), and Pharmako/Gnosis (2005). These works have been praised for their depth of research, poetic style, and insightful commentary on the complex relationships between humans and psychoactive plants.
Personal Life and Death[edit | edit source]
Pendell lived in the Sierra Nevada foothills. He was an avid gardener and a dedicated practitioner of Buddhism. Pendell passed away on January 13, 2018.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Pendell's work has had a significant impact on the fields of ethnobotany and pharmacology. His Pharmako Trilogy is considered a seminal work in these fields, and his unique blend of poetry, science, and philosophy continues to inspire and influence researchers and enthusiasts alike.
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