Tripping Point

A luxe guide to the world of psychedelics from the award-winning lifestyle brand, Gossamer.

From the indigenous use of iboga in Central Africa, to the medicinal use of ketamine among cult survivors, and the self-optimizing use of psilocybin in Silicon Valley, psychedelics have long been taken to heal, expand, and explore. Tripping Point: The Modern Guide to Psychedelics is an illuminating, humorous, and eye-catching guide to the wide and varied world of these drugs—both legal and illegal.

Tripping Point features chapters on psilocybin, ketamine, ayahuasca, DMT, iboga, LSD, MDMA, mescaline, and digital psychedelics, each containing an overview of the drug’s discovery, history, and use, as well as a larger discussion of its current and future impact on culture, business, and medicine. Interspersed throughout are profiles of growers, dealers, researchers, practitioners, creatives, common users, and celebrities including Adam Pally, Sarah Goldberg, Zazie Beetz, and Esther Perel.

Tripping Point also features a stunning design rooted in the award-winning aesthetic of the Gossamer publications, including gorgeous photos of psychedelic users, sets, and settings. QR codes placed strategically throughout the book link to interactive elements, including a small guide to micro-dosing, a giant guide to macro-dosing, trip guides, meditations, and playlists.

Armchair travel for the brain, Tripping Point is a glamorous look into a mysterious world that will broaden your mind and ensnare the senses—whether or not you want to trip.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs