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The Serpent and the Rainbow: A Harvard Scientist's Astonishing Journey into the Secret Societies of Haitian Voodoo, Zombis, and ,Used
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A scientific investigation and personal adventure story about zombis and the voudoun culture of Haiti by a Harvard scientist.In April 1982, ethnobotanist Wade Davis arrived in Haiti to investigate two documented cases of zombispeople who had reappeared in Haitian society years after they had been officially declared dead and had been buried. Drawn into a netherworld of rituals and celebrations, Davis penetrated the vodoun mystique deeply enough to place zombification in its proper context within vodoun culture. In the course of his investigation, Davis came to realize that the story of vodoun is the history of Haitifrom the African origins of its people to the successful Haitian independence movement, down to the present day, where vodoun culture is, in effect, the government of Haitis countryside.The Serpent and the Rainbow combines anthropological investigation with a remarkable personal adventure to illuminate and finally explain a phenomenon that has long fascinated Americans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' about? A: 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' is a scientific investigation and personal adventure by Wade Davis, exploring the voudoun culture of Haiti and the phenomenon of zombification.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' is Wade Davis, an ethnobotanist and anthropologist.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' was published on August 5, 1997.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' have? A: 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' contains 304 pages.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of culture, death, and the historical context of vodoun in Haiti.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' is suitable for readers interested in anthropology, ethnobotany, and Haitian culture.
- Q: What is the significance of zombification in the book? A: Zombification is examined as a cultural phenomenon within the context of Haitian vodoun, shedding light on social and historical aspects of the society.
- Q: Are there any personal stories included in the book? A: Yes, the book combines Wade Davis's scientific investigation with his personal adventure stories during his time in Haiti.