Sàngó in Africa and the African Diaspora

"[This] volume gives u a glimpse at how cultural identity is tied to religion in pervasive ways. Whether it be Nigeria, Cuba, Brazil, Trinidad, or the United States, belief in Orisha traditions deeply influences the contours of nationality, history, and place.43.1 2010"—Intnl Journal African Historical Studies
"Because of the wide range of scholarship included in this volume it has great potential in many different venues, from undergraduate class- rooms and research projects to the work of graduate students to that of senior scholars. This book will be a welcome addition to both university libraries and the personal collection of anyone interested in either the Yoruba-based traditions highlighted or African-based traditions in general."—Nova Religio
"For those who want to expand their knowledge of African religion, this is an important addition to a growing series of probing studies. Vol. 52, 2011"—The Journal of African History
"The contributions demonstrate the breadth of variation and difference residing within this singular name, Sango, while elucidating the struggles and stakes faced by communities and individuals interacting and identifying with this deity.2010, Vol. 41 no. 1"—Research in African Literatures
"From religion, history, and sociology, to culture and literature, this volume appeals to multiple disciplines as Sàngó is interrogated on several levels of complexity."—Niyi Afolabi, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
"Elucidates the variety of views in circulation about Sàngó both in Nigeria and in the Yoruba diaspora."—Oyekan Owomoyela, University of Nebraska