This abundantly illustrated anthology brings together 16 essays by scholars, artists, and ritual experts who examine the sacred arts of Haitian Vodou from multiple perspectives. Among the many topics covered are the 10 major Vodou divinities, the paintings of Hector Hyppolite, the multimedia pieces of Pierrot Barra, sequined bottles and sequined flags, and the work of the Brooklyn Priestess Mama Lola.
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Zielgruppe
Für höhere Schule und Studium
Illustrationen
610 illustrations, 303 in colour, maps, bibliog., glossary
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Höhe: 305 mm
Breite: 235 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-930741-47-1 (9780930741471)
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Other contributors include Rachel Beauvoir-Dominique, Suzanne Preston blier, Karen McCarthy Brown, marilyn Houlberg, Tina Girouard, Laennec Hurbon, Mama Lola,lizabeth McAlist
