Editing Carlos Castaneda (section)

===Early responses===
In the early years after the publication of Castaneda's first book, ''The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge'' (1968), there was significant positive coverage and interest in his work. ''[[The New York Times]]'' published a review that praised the book's captivating storytelling and its portrayal of Don Juan as a "remarkable, almost legendary figure".{{sfn|Young|1968}} In 1971, ''[[Life Magazine]]'' included a review of ''A Separate Reality'', describing the book as "breathtaking" and focusing on the intrigue of his shamanic journey.{{sfn|Darrach|1971}} The ''[[Saturday Review (U.S. magazine)|Saturday Review]]'' highlighted the vividness of Castaneda's descriptions and his portrayal of Don Juan's teachings as thought-provoking and transformative.{{sfn|Levi|1971}} The ''[[Los Angeles Times]]'' reviewed the book positively, emphasizing its impact on readers and its exploration of consciousness and reality. ''[[The Guardian]]'s'' review of the book acknowledged Castaneda's skill as a writer and his ability to create a sense of immersion in his narrative. ''[[Time Magazine]]'' ran a feature article on Castaneda in 1973 which acknowledged the controversy and skepticism surrounding Castaneda's account but highlighted the book's allure, describing it as "an extraordinary narrative".{{sfn|Burton|1973}}