The Origins, Meanings, Practices, and Importance of Haitian Vodou (1550 words, 5 pages)
Vodou is often misunderstood and seen as taboo or crazy in our predominantly Christian, Monotheistic society. Our media negatively connotes this religion and often associates it with evil magic. However, Elizabeth McAlister in her 259 page book, Rara! Vodou, Power, and Performance in Haiti and Its Diaspora, published by University ...
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