Working the Spirit - by Joseph M Murphy (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Looking beyond the myths of "black magic" surrounding the religions of the African diaspora, Joseph M. Murphy explores the contemporary rituals of five traditions in the Americas--from Vodou in Haiti to the Black Church in the United States. "A valuable guidebook to the enduring and ever-changing African religious heritage in this hemisphere".--The New York Times Book Review.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>An appreciative and user-friendly book on religion in the African diaspora. Murphy's skillfully drawn portraits offer an inviting introduction to the religious worlds of Vodou, Candomble, Santeria, Revival Zion, and the Black Church - David W. Wills, Amherst College<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>'A brilliant comparative study of the workings of the Spirit among practitioners of African-derived religions. . . . A 'must read' for students of African, Caribbean, Brazilian, and African American religions.' --Choice<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Joseph M. Murphy</b> is the Paul J. (C'62) and Chandler M. Tagliabue Distinguished Professor in Interfaith Studies and Dialogue in the Department of Theology at Georgetown University.
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