Cults of Possession Through the Eyes of Scholars. Invisible Riders

The book "Invisible Riders. Cults of Possession Through the Eyes of Scholars" will open a path into the religious history of the peoples of Africa and the African diaspora in the New World, introducing the mysteries of possession cults and... the astonishing discoveries of anthropologists. The author presents a unique perspective on the historical roots and development of African cultures, attempting to find answers to numerous mysteries. What is the connection between voodoo and the Black Lives Matter movement? How can one become pregnant with the spirit of a prematurely deceased child to turn him into an adult warrior? Why did colonial ethnography consider magic a manifestation of savagery and backwardness, while modern scholars claim that spirits and deities cannot be reduced to mere human imagination? What are the states of trance and methods to enter them? You will learn about the origins and transformations of the ritual practices of voodoo, santeria, zar, and other movements, about the interaction of their followers with modern technologies and globalization. You will see how these cults adapt and undergo changes in today's world while preserving their ancient essence. If you are ready to follow the author and delve into the world of "invisible riders", it is time to open this book.