Nikesha Williams
Mardi Gras Indians
Mardi Gras Indians
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Mardi Gras Indians explores how sacred and secular expressions of Carnival throughout the African diaspora came together to birth one of the most unique traditions celebrating African culture, Indigenous peoples, and Black Americans, highlighting the spirit of resistance and rebellion.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2022
Publisher: Louisiana State University Press
Mardi Gras Indians delves into the captivating fusion of sacred and secular expressions of Carnival across the African diaspora, resulting in the birth of a truly unique tradition that celebrates African culture, Indigenous peoples, and Black Americans. Williams skillfully weaves together the fragments of ancient traditions with the vivid experiences of contemporary individuals, creating a rich tapestry of cultural heritage. This captivating book showcases a spirit of resistance and rebellion that underpins this vibrant culture, featuring captivating insights from the sangamentos of the Kongolese and the calumets of various tribes along the lower Mississippi River valley, as well as intimate one-on-one interviews with members of today's Black masking tribes. Through its pages, readers are transported to the heart of this extraordinary tradition, exploring the rich tapestry of music, dance, and storytelling that defines Mardi Gras Indians.
Dimension: 178 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780807178706
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