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Title: ESSENTIAL READING FOR STUDYING HAITI AND VOODOO
Review: This is an essential book on both Haiti and Voodoo. It's the first book I've read by the author and I am now inspired to read more. There are few really insightful books out there on Voodoo and this is one of them. It begins in Jamaica, recounting her experiences there but then quickly moves to Haiti. The section on Haitian politics of the time was the least interesting section of the book. It is brief however, and she quickly moves on to the Haitian people, Voodoo as a religion, and secret societies.This is a crucial work in the study of zombies as well. Zora met with one and photographed her for the book. She also provides valuable insight into the phenomenon of possession as well.For an outsider, it is difficult to understand the intricacies of Voodoo. This book is an excellent place to start.
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