Voodoo Fire in Haiti (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161411799)

Voodoo Fire in Haiti is a non-fiction book written by Richard A. Loederer. The book is a detailed and comprehensive account of the author's experiences and observations during his time in Haiti, where he witnessed the practice of voodoo and its impact on the country's culture and society. Loederer's account begins with his arrival in Haiti and his initial encounters with voodoo practitioners. He describes the rituals, ceremonies, and beliefs of voodoo, as well as the role of voodoo in Haitian politics and society. The book also explores the history of Haiti and the cultural and religious influences that have shaped the country's identity.Throughout the book, Loederer shares personal anecdotes and stories of his interactions with voodoo practitioners, providing insight into their beliefs and practices. He also examines the impact of voodoo on Haitian culture and society, including its influence on art, music, and literature.Voodoo Fire in Haiti is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in voodoo, Haitian culture, or the intersection of religion and politics. Loederer's engaging writing style and first-hand experiences make the book both informative and entertaining.1935. A memoir about Haiti, its history, legends, superstitions, native rites and customs. The illustrations are the famous series of Haitian woodcuts created by the author, which some find racist, yet sexy. Contents: Congo Bean Stew; In Caribbean Waters; Massacre River; Jungle Magic; Tropical Fever; Mon Repos; Polychromata; La Ferriere; King Christophe of Haiti; Black Magic; and Voodoo Fire. Certain scenes in this book were adapted from John W. Vandercook's Black Majesty, which is also available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Richard a. Loederer
ISBN-10: 1161411798
ISBN-13: 9781161411799
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.58lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.69d