Fusion of the worlds: an ethnography of possession among the songhay of niger
Auteur :
Stoller, Paul
Éditeur :
The University of Chicago Press
ISBN :
9780226775456
Date de publication :
21 juin 1997
Dimensions :
2,3 x 1,6 x 0,2 cm
Poids :
454 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
An ethnography depicting Songhay possession ceremonies, and recreating the reality of spirit presences. In this book, the voices of individual Songhay are evident and forceful throughout the story. The author seeks to expand our understanding of the harsh world of Songhay mediums and sorcerers.