The Cooking of History: How Not to Study Afro-Cuban Religion

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Book Synopsis: Over a lifetime of studying Cuban Santería and other religions related to Orisha worship—a practice also found among the Yoruba in West Africa—Stephan Palmié has grown progressively uneasy with the assumptions inherent in the very term Afro-Cuban religion. In The Cooking of History he provides a comprehensive analysis of these assumptions, in the process offering an incisive critique both of the anthropology of religion and of scholarship on the cultural history of the Afro-Atlantic World.

Understood largely through its rituals and ceremonies, Santería and related religions have been a challenge for anthropologists to link to a hypothetical African past. But, Palmié argues, precisely by relying on the notion of an aboriginal African past, and by claiming to authenticate these religions via their findings, anthropologists—some of whom have converted to these religions—have exerted considerable influence upon contemporary practices.

Critiquing widespread and damaging simplifications that posit religious practices as stable and self-contained, Palmié calls for a drastic new approach that properly situates cultural origins within the complex social environments and scholarly fields in which they are investigated.

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Unlock the true history of Afro-Cuban religion and explore the rich cultural heritage of Santería with "The Cooking of History: How Not to Study Afro-Cuban Religion". This groundbreaking book by Stephan Palmié challenges the assumptions and simplifications that have held back our understanding of these ancient traditions.

With a lifetime of study behind him, Palmié delves into the complexities of Afro-Cuban religion, exposing the flaws in the current anthropological approach. By questioning the idea of an aboriginal African past, he reveals the damaging effects of relying on such assumptions. It's time to break free from outdated beliefs and embark on a profound journey of discovery.

By situating cultural origins within their social contexts, Palmié offers a fresh perspective that revolutionizes our understanding of Santería and its related practices. This comprehensive analysis not only challenges the traditional views but also exposes the influence of anthropologists who have converted to these religions.

If you're ready to delve into the fascinating world of Afro-Cuban religion, "The Cooking of History" is your passport to knowledge. Gain a deeper understanding of the rituals, ceremonies, and cultural history that shape these religions. Let this book be your guide as you reimagine the narrative and reclaim the true essence of Santería.

Don't miss out on this transformative journey. Expand your horizons and shatter the misconceptions surrounding Afro-Cuban religion. Take the first step now by ordering "The Cooking of History: How Not to Study Afro-Cuban Religion" here.

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