Publication

1986 - UMI Research Press, Ann Arbor, Mich, Michigan

Language

English

Word Count

64,000 words, Guess

Page Count

256 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more

Classifications

  • DDC299/.67
  • LCCBL2592.U513 B75 1986

Description

"Explores history and development of Umbanda from its beginnings in Rio de Janeiro during 1920s to late 1970s. Describes changes in ritual forms, geographic distribution, and increase in followers as Umbanda was transformed from marginal to a widely accepted religion"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Umbanda: religion and politics in urban BrazilUMI Research Press1986-01-01

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