Blue Roots: African-American Folk Magic of the Gullah People

Blue Roots: African-American Folk Magic of the Gullah People
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Raised in the heart of Gullah country, author Roger Pinckney provides an inside look at the history, practices and people of Gullah country, off the coast of South Carolina. On the plantations of the American South, slaves passed their African roots to their descendants in a rich and lasting oral tradition, a tradition that survives today. Prominent among Gullah culture was the belief in herbalism, spiritualism, and black magic. Meet Dr. Bug, Dr. Fly, Dr. Crow and the infamous Dr. Buzzard, professional root doctors who can administer a root to bring money, find love, or cure ailments.
Country USA
Brand Brand: Sandlapper Pub Co
Manufacturer Sandlapper Pub Co
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780878441686
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

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