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Psychic Phenomena of Jamaica

Joseph J Williams

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English
Left of Brain Books
11 June 2025
Drawing on rare archival materials, legal records, and firsthand observations, Psychic Phenomena of Jamaica offers a detailed exploration of Jamaican spiritual beliefs and practices. Written by Jesuit ethnologist Joseph J. Williams, the work examines a range of supernatural traditions-from duppies and spirit possession to healing rituals-within the cultural and religious landscape of colonial-era Jamaica.

Positioned at the intersection of anthropology and theology, the book provides insight into how African-derived spiritual systems persisted and evolved under colonial rule. Williams approaches his subject with scholarly rigor and cautious inquiry, presenting both folkloric accounts and historical documentation.

Despite the limitations of its era, this volume remains a foundational resource for understanding the cultural significance of psychic and supernatural phenomena in Jamaican society. A compelling study that illuminates the enduring power of belief in shaping identity and experience.
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Imprint:   Left of Brain Books
Dimensions:   Height: 203mm,  Width: 133mm,  Spine: 20mm
Weight:   408g
ISBN:   9781397668448
ISBN 10:   139766844X
Pages:   290
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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