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Author:
Chesnut, R. Andrew.
Title:
Devoted to death : Santa Muerte, the skeleton saint / R. Andrew Chesnut.
Publisher:
Oxford University,
Copyright Date:
c2012
Description:
ix, 221 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subject:
Death--Religious aspects.
Grim Reaper (Symbolic character)
Death (Personification)
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Introduction. Blue candle for powers of insight and concentration -- Brown candle for history and origins of the cult -- White candle for beliefs and practices -- Black candle for protection and harm -- Red candle for love and passion -- Gold candle for prosperity and abundance -- Purple candle for healing -- Green candle for law and justice -- Conclusion. Seven color candle for multiple miracles.
ISBN:
0199764654 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9780199764655 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0199764662 (hardcover : alk. paper)
9780199764662 (hardcover : alk. paper)
OCLC:
(OCoLC)707626649
LCCN:
2011009177
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
XYPC787 -- Eckels Memorial Library (Oakland)

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