Twenty Count: Secret Mathematical System of the Aztec/Maya

If this book were to be classified by its style, it would be "Early American Tantra." Given that current scientific research continues to tie ancient Asia and Central and South America together through the undeniably similar artifacts, archeology, calendar systems and languages, it seems entirely plausible that the Tantric philosophy and practices of Asia would appear in some related form in ancient America as well. Based on the Aztec/Mayan numerology system as first explained factually and then demonstrated in an unapologetically mystical manner by Mr. Montgomery, this philosophy is offered to the reader of this book in a powerful and experiential manner.That this book, published six years ago, is not better known appears to be the result of two factors. First it is written in a dream-like style that weaves the author's personal narration in and out of spiritual teachings, social commentary, metaphysics, poetry and symbology - hence, the Tantric comparison. Taken altogether, it is a fascinating study of human consciousness, delivered in a dreamlike mandala that becomes visible and evident only after one studies the work and steps back to see it in its altogether - not a "sound bite" popular book. The second reason for this book's lack of emergence apparently is that Mr. Montgomery, seemingly as non-public a personality as his book is non-conforming to popular style, neither speaks nor teaches in a public forum - or so I was told when I contacted the publisher. While that seems too bad on the one hand, it also seems understandable on the other. The best Tantra teachers are not necessarily the most popular TV personalities. In any case, this is a wonderful, complex, challenging writing. Highly recommended for serious students of consciousness.

Off-beat, wild, excellent. Takes the mind on a trip. Like a personal history of consciousness opening up. It's about the whole world of spiritual development, said different than by anybody else.

This is an amazing book. First time I read it about four years ago, I kind of liked it but didn't understand most of it. I picked it up again last month, and it's become the most important book in my life. It's the best overview of the spiritual journey that I've run into in many years, using the Mayans' mathematics as a guideline to another realm of being. It also makes the point that all powerful world traditions, including those of the Native Americans, can lead to the truth. Be patient, read it slowly, and this book will speak to you.

This book is about the author's quest for a method or framework of spiritual growth, based loosely upon the ancient Mayan mathematical system. The author does not seek to inform the reader of Mayan history, but rather, it reads more like a very personal autobiography. Roger Montgomery is a skilled storyteller and makes the book easy and enjoyable to read. He reveals archetypal spiritual pathways that can be compared to many other religions, though he specifically compares it to Native American spirituality and the Medicine Wheel.