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African Traditional Religion in the Modern World, 2d ed. Douglas E. Thomas 2 Revised edition
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African Traditional Religion in the Modern World, 2d ed.
Douglas E. Thomas
African traditional religion encompasses a variety of non-dogmatic, spiritual practices followed by millions around the world. In an expanded second edition, this book examines the nature of African traditional religion and describes common attributes of tribal beliefs, with an emphasis on West Africa.
Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; The religious experiences of black people throughout the Americas are also covered. The author finds cosmology, symbolism and rituals of Yoruba culture to be the fundamental bases of African traditional religion, and draws similarities between the oral and written literature of West Africans and that of New World practitioners. The influence of Islam and Christianity is also discussed--Provided by publisher. Brief Description: "The religious experiences of black people throughout the Americas are also covered. The author finds cosmology, symbolism and rituals of Yoruba culture to be the fundamental bases of African traditional religion, and draws similarities between the oral and written literature of West Africans and that of New World practitioners. The influence of Islam and Christianity is also discussed"--Provided by publisher. Review Citations:
Booklist 12/15/2003 pg. 740 (EAN 9780786418350, Paperback)
Contributor Bio: Thomas, Douglas E Douglas E. Thomas is an Assistant Professor at Boricua College in New York City. He lives in Jamaica, New York.
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | May 21, 2015 |
| ISBN13 | 9780786496075 |
| Publishers | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Genre | Ethnic Orientation > African American |
| Pages | 292 |
| Dimensions | 157 × 231 × 24 mm · 404 g |
| Language | English |
