Summary:
The book explores the author's experiences in Haiti investigating the process of "zombification," delving into the intersection of Vodou, culture, and the use of a psychoactive compound by Bokors (Vodou priests). It presents a blend of ethnobotany, anthropology, and personal narrative to demystify the concept of zombies and examine the social and political underpinnings of Haitian culture.
Key points:
1. Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology: The book studies how indigenous cultures use plants for medicine and rituals. It focuses on a Haitian Voodoo powder that can cause a death-like state.
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