Gifts of Unknown Things explained

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Gifts of Unknown Things
Author:Lyall Watson
Published:1976
Isbn:0-671-22632-0

Gifts of Unknown Things: A True Story of Nature, Healing, and Initiation from Indonesia's Dancing Island (1976,) is a book by Lyall Watson. It recounts a true adventure; washed onto a remote island in Indonesia, he is greeted by local people who have a strong and mystic culture and a unique comprehension of colour, sound and movement.

Jim Capaldi's song "Gifts of Unknown Things", from his album Fierce Heart, was inspired by the book.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Capaldi, Jim (1983). Song details, Fierce Heart press kit.