A Goddess in Motion: Visual Creativity in the Cult of María Lionza (New Directions in Anthropology #42)

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Synopsis
The current practice of the cult of María Lionza is one of the most important and yet unexplored religious practices in Venezuela. Based on long-term fieldwork, this book explores the role of images and visual culture within the cult. By adopting a relational approach, A Goddess in Motion shows how the innumerable images of this goddess-represented as an Indian, white or mestizo woman-move constantly from objects to bodies, from bodies to dreams, and from the religion domain to the art world. In short, this book is a fascinating study that sheds light on the role of visual creativity in contemporary religious manifestations.
Copyright:
2017

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
212 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781785336133
Related ISBNs:
9781800733718, 9781785336126
Publisher:
Berghahn Books, Incorporated
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Roger Canals
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality, Social Studies, Sociology
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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