Santeria: African Magic in Latin America

by Migene González-Wippler

Book

Genres: Anthropology, Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, Nonfiction

180 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1973

About the author

Migene González-Wippler es una autora puertorriqueña de temas como la Wicca y una líder experta en la religión afro-caribeña de la santería. González-Wippler nació en Puerto Rico y tiene grados de psicología y antropología de la Universidad de Puerto Rico y de la Universidad de Columbia.

Reviews

[Melvin Marsh · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really can appreciate this book, although the typos are a little annoying. I can see why this is still one of the leading books in the field. I just wish I cared more when I lived in Miami!

[Anna Montoya · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. When it first came out in the 70’s I had gotten a copy and read it practically. Over to cover overnight. In the heat of summer, I thought about when I had first discovered it on a hot summer day then. Getting a revised copy, I found it every bit as informative and insightful as I did then. It’s a great introduction and help in getting to know Santeria and the practices and history of it.

[Written Melodies · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introduction of the origins, beliefs, and customs of Santeria.

[Ivana Isasi · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐈'𝐦 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫, 𝐛𝐮𝐭...

[Brett Bosley]

DNF. Just wasn't for me.

[Sasha · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a perfectly good overview of Santeria; no more, no less.

[Luisa Esther]

but very interesting

[Marcos · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive overview of Santeria, worth reading if you're interested in the topic