Espiritismo: Puerto Rican Mediumship & Magic

Espiritismo is a spiritual and magical tradition that originated in the US and Canada and spread worldwide, focusing on communication between the living and the dead. Puerto Rican immigrants to the US introduced Espiritismo, which profoundly affected modern Western magic. Hector Salva's book provides a comprehensive guide to this tradition.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 11 March 2022
Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser

Espiritismo, also known as Spiritism or Spiritualism, is a spiritual and magical tradition that gained significant popularity in the United States following the Civil War. It encompasses a philosophy and provides practical guidance for spiritual practices. Espiritismo originated in Latin America and has since spread worldwide, with the Puerto Rican influence being particularly profound. Hector Salva's book explores the Puerto Rican Espiritismo and its impact on modern Western magic. Espiritismo emphasizes communication between the living and the dead and has been practiced in various ways throughout history. In the US and Canada, Spiritualism primarily focused on this aspect of communication. However, the Puerto Rican influence on modern Western magic is often overlooked. Puerto Rican immigrants to the US introduced Espiritismo to the spiritual landscape, significantly shaping the way magic was practiced. Hector Salva's book provides a comprehensive overview of Puerto Rican Espiritismo and its historical significance.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781578637577