Sacred Leaves of Candomble: African Magic, Medicine, and Religion in Brazil - Robert A. Voeks - Books - University of Texas Press - 9780292787315 - November 12, 1997
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Sacred Leaves of Candomble: African Magic, Medicine, and Religion in Brazil 1st edition

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Candomble, an African religious and healing tradition that spread to Brazil during the slave trade, relies heavily on the use of plants in its spiritual and medicinal practices. This book traces the origin, diffusion, medicinal use, and meaning of Candomble's healing pharmacopoeia - the sacred leaves.


256 pages, 33 b&w photos, 6 maps

Media Books     Paperback Book   (Book with soft cover and glued back)
Released November 12, 1997
ISBN13 9780292787315
Publishers University of Texas Press
Pages 256
Dimensions 156 × 236 × 19 mm   ·   400 g
Language English  

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