Vodou in Haitian Life and Culture: Invisible Powers

By Patrick Bellegarde-Smith and Claudine Michel

Book Overview

This collection introduces readers to the history and practice of the Vodou religion, and corrects many misconceptions. The book focuses specifically on the role Vodou plays in Haiti, where it has its strongest following, examining its influence on spiritual beliefs, cultural practices, national identity, popular culture, writing and art.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1403971617
• ISBN13: 9781403971616
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.6"