Denise Alvarado is a premier author on Hoodoo and Voudou. Having grown up in the tradition and a native or New Orleans she one of the few author’s uniquely qualified to write this tome on Marie Laveaux .
The book is written in three parts, and is well researched . The first part is a biography of the Voudou Queen. Many Experts in the field learned some new stuff. What jumped out at me was not so much details as was her commitment to social justice. She use her powers for the oppressed and forgotten. Her great grandmother was from Senegal. Marie ran a beauty parlor and was privy to all the secrets of the towns rich and famous . She was also a practicing Catholic .
Marie Laveau has risen to the status of a loa. To work with her you have to build up a rapport. You cannot just walk up to her and ask for help. Part two explains how to set up a spiritual practice of working with Marie Laveau. The offerings, prayers, devotions, and thing’s she likes. Some of the best offerings are coming contributions to social justice.
The last part deals with spell craft . The object of spells is love money and revenge. There are instructions on candle magic , gri bags and other spell techniques. Over all great book especially for beginner to intermediate practioners.
Now before I go I must make mention of where I bough the book. On Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills is a unique shop called Ghoulish Delights. If you are a horror fan then this is your spot. Antique items that are designed to scare. Coffins, dolls, straw figures and bats are all available here along with some vintage mirrors. The ship has books and some craft supplies. Great shop. Be sure to give it a look.
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