Working the Spirit: Ceremonies of the African Diaspora


Price:
Sale price$40.00

Description

"An appreciative and user-friendly book on religion in the African diaspora. Murphy's skillfully drawn portraits offer an inviting introduction to the religious worlds of Vodou, Candomble, Santeria, Revival Zion, and the Black Church" - David W. Wills, Amherst College

Author: Joseph M. Murphy
Publisher: Beacon Press
Published: 01/30/1995
Pages: 280
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 8.99h x 6.00w x 0.80d
ISBN13: 9780807012215
ISBN10: 0807012211
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Anthropology | Cultural & Social
- Religion | Indigenous, Folk & Tribal
- Religion | Comparative Religion

About the Author
Joseph M. Murphy is the Paul J. (C'62) and Chandler M. Tagliabue Distinguished Professor in Interfaith Studies and Dialogue in the Department of Theology at Georgetown University.