Holy harlots: femininity, sexuality, and black magic in brazil
Auteur :
Hayes, Kelly E.
Éditeur :
University of California Press
ISBN :
9780520262652
Date de publication :
11 mai 2011
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 2,3 cm
Poids :
454 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Examines the intersections of social marginality, morality, and magic in contemporary Brazil by analyzing the beliefs and religious practices related to the Afro-Brazilian spirit entity Pomba Gira. This title provides an intimate account of the intricate relationship between Pomba Gira and one of her devotees, Nazare da Silva.