In Africa, where the birthrate of twins is among the highest in the world, twins can be seen as a burden to their families and a threat to the social order, or they can be seen as a gift from God and
"This volume of finely crafted case studies is also the vehicle for an important general theory of divination.... this is a book overflowing with ideas that will powerfully stimulate further research.
Divination is an important feature of cultures all over the world. While some may still question the efficacy of divination systems, they continue to serve their communities by diagnosing ailments, pr
Over 300 entries span the whole of the continent and hundreds of cultures, emphasizing both the singularities and commonalities of African folklore traditions. A large number are concerned with aspect
"Extensive cross-referencing and bibliographic references enhance the volume's usefulness… An excellent introduction to African folklore as well as a convenient resource for leading researchers to fur
From crab divination in the Cameroon (front cover) to friction oracles in the Congo Basin, from reading cast objects in Mozambique to spirit possession in Cote d'Ivoire, from Sudanese ebony diviners t
