Sacred waters: arts for mami wata and other divinities in africa and the diaspora
Auteur :
Drewal, Henry John
ISBN :
9780253351562
Date de publication :
8 déc. 2008
Dimensions :
25,9 x 19,0 x 5,1 cm
Poids :
2336 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Mami Wata, pidgin English for Mother Water, is a beautiful, seductive water spirit who brings wealth and good fortune to those she favours. This book focuses on the arts, rituals, and religions associated with Mami Wata deities in Africa and the African diaspora. It also includes 129 images and a DVD featuring video clips of Mami Wata rituals.