1 1
£14.28 GBP
£14.28 GBP
Sale Sold out
Free UK Shipping

Freshly Printed - allow 7 days lead

Voodoo For Dummies

Denise M. Alvarado (Author)

9781394400232, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 9 July 2026

384 pages
23.1 x 18.8 x 2.3 cm, 0.522 kg

An approachable and accurate guide to Voodoo.

Ready to connect with the unseen world, the angels, and the spirits of those who have passed?

Voodoo For Dummies is a fascinating and easy-to-follow guide to Voodoo (also known as Vodou), a celebrated system of beliefs practiced widely around the world. This book explains the history of this tradition, one that has been passed down orally through the generations, as well as the Iwa (spirits), myste (mysteries), anvizib (the invisibles), zanj (angels), and the spirits of those who have passed away and how they’re interconnected.

You’ll learn all about the regional varieties of Voodoo and the different ritual practices that restore harmony and balance. You’ll also discover the different Voodoo holidays and celebrations and the different kinds of healing, divination, and protection prayers that adherents use in their lives.

Inside:

  • How Voodoo followers understand the difference between the visible and the unseen world
  • The different kinds of prayers, songs, dances, and gestures that Voodoo practitioners use in their rituals
  • How the history of Voodoo interacts with contemporary society to create a vibrant new way of practicing the religion

Perfect for practicing followers of Voodoo and beginner magic users considering Voodoo as their main occult education practice, Voodoo For Dummies is also a great read for everyone interested in learning more about this rich collection of traditions and overall religion.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Understanding the World of Voodoo 5
CHAPTER 1: Introducing the Story of Voodoo 7
CHAPTER 2: Exploring the Voodoo Universe 23
CHAPTER 3: Unmasking the Many Faces of Voodoo 39
CHAPTER 4: Exploring Cultural Processes and Their Effect on Voodoo 55
CHAPTER 5: Deciding Whether Voodoo Is Right For You 73

Part 2: Sacred Order, Sacred Symbols, Sacred Spaces83
CHAPTER 6: Exploring the Priests and Priestesses of Voodoo 85
CHAPTER 7: Understanding Ritual Symbolism 101
CHAPTER 8: Identifying Sacred Spaces and Structures 121

Part 3: Living the Voodoo Tradition 139
CHAPTER 9: Observing Voodoo Rituals and Ceremonies 141
CHAPTER 10: Practicing Ancestor Reverence 157
CHAPTER 11: Serving the Spirits 171
HAPTER 12: Demystifying Controversial Voodoo Practices 187

Part 4: Performing Voodoo Magic 201
CHAPTER 13: Practicing Voodoo Techniques 203
CHAPTER 14: Gathering the Tools of Voodoo 213
CHAPTER 15: Preparing Voodoo Magic Baths 229
CHAPTER 16: Using Herbs for Medicine and Magic 245
CHAPTER 17: Creating Gris-Gris 263
CHAPTER 18: Doing It Right: Disposing Ritual Remains and Closing Rituals 275

Part 5: Taking Cautions and Precautions 285
CHAPTER 19: Protecting Yourself: Spotting Charlatans and Scams 287
CHAPTER 20: Understanding Authority and Appropriate Boundaries 299
CHAPTER 21: Finding Reputable Teachers and Healthy Communities 311

Part 6: The Part of Tens 323
CHAPTER 22: Ten Must-Know Spirits of the Voodoo Pantheon 325
CHAPTER 23: Ten Voodoo Rituals for Everyday Life 331

Appendix: Voodoo Spirits 339
Index 345

Subject Areas: Religion & beliefs [HR]
View full details