Spirits in Politics

Uncertainties of Power and Healing in African Societies

Barbara Meier editor Arne S Steinforth editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Campus Verlag

Published:23rd Apr '14

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

Spirits in Politics cover

Spirits in Politics explores the interface between religion and politics in African societies by examining recent and ongoing research in a variety of regional settings. Case studies from across the African continent exemplify how - and at which social levels - spirits, witchcraft, and other supernatural agents play an active role in political action and the conceptualization of power. This volume illustrates not only how ritual techniques such as divination or spirit possession may play a vital role in people's efforts to regain control over the political processes that determine their lives, but also how these practices are prominent in day-to-day decision-making processes at local levels.

ISBN: 9783593399157

Dimensions: 21mm x 14mm x 2mm

Weight: 340g

265 pages