For thousands of years men have believed that there is a world of reality and experience beyond the physical plane to which the subtle or astral body, freed from its prison of flesh, has access. Drawing on a fascinating array of material, both eastern and western, Steve Richards presents a unique panoramic view of astral reality - the essential features of the astral landscape, the many facets of astral experience, and how to embark on a never-to-be-forgotten journey of exploration beyond the body. Subjects covered include: suspended animation; near-death experiences; astral sex; heaven and hell; astral meditation.