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    November 5, 1902 – April 11, 1963

    A Swiss anthropologist and ethnologist, he was a dedicated leader in the field of human rights. His work is characterized by a profound interest in diverse cultures and societies, exploring their complexities and interconnections.

    Kult und Magie : Der Indianer Südamerikas
    Die Osterinsel
    Les Incas
    Voodoo in Haiti
    • 1989

      Voodoo in Haiti

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.9(239)Add rating

      Voodoo in Haiti is a masterwork of observation and description by one of the most distinguished anthropologists of the twentieth century. Alfred Métraux has written a rich and lasting study of the lives and rituals of the Haitian mambos and adepts, and of the history and origins of their religion. It is an accurate and engaging account of one of the most fascinating and misunderstood cultures in the world.

      Voodoo in Haiti