Anderson

Anderson will draw some of the material for his talk from his first two books, “Conjure in African American Society” and “Hoodoo, Voodoo, and Conjure: A Handbook.”

Anderson will explain the history of voodoo and hoodoo, focusing on its roots in African religion and its gradual transformation into uniquely African-American practices.

Regional variations in African-American religion and magic, items used in their practice, and how they have changed over the years will also be discussed.

“Though I will spend a good bit of time talking about the Louisiana manifestations, I will also cover their history in other parts of the American South,” said Anderson.

The lecture is free and open to the public.




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