Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoo..., Denise Alvarado
Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoo..., Denise Alvarado
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Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoodoo Saints
A Guide to Magical New Orleans

Author: Denise Alvarado

Narrator: Karen Chilton

Unabridged: 6 hr 53 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/01/2022

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

A magical mystery tour of the extraordinary historical characters that have defined the unique spiritual landscape of New OrleansNew Orleans has long been America’s most magical city, inhabited by a fascinating visible and invisible world, full of mysteries, known for its decadence and haunted by its spirits. If Salem, Massachusetts is famous for its persecution of witches, New Orleans is celebrated for its embrace of the magical, mystical, and paranormal. New Orleans is acclaimed for its witches, ghosts, and vampires. Because of its unique history, New Orleans is the historical stronghold of traditional African religions and spirituality in the US. No other city worldwide is as associated with Vodou as New Orleans.In her new book, author and scholar Denise Alvarado takes us on a magical tour of New Orleans. There is a mysterious spiritual underbelly hiding in plain sight in New Orleans, and in this book Alvarado shows us where it is and who the characters are. She tells where they come from and how they persist and manifest today. Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoodoo Saints shines a light on notable spirits and folk saints such as Papa Legba, Annie Christmas, Black Hawk, African American culture hero Jean St. Malo, St. Expedite, plague saint Roch, and, of course, the mother and father of New Orleans Voudou, Marie Laveau and Doctor John Montenée. Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoodoo Saints serves as a secret history of New Orleans, revealing details even locals may not know.

About Denise Alvarado

Denise Alvarado was born and raised in the rich Creole culture of New Orleans, Louisiana. She has studied indigenous healing traditions from a personal and academic perspective for over four decades. She is the author of numerous books about Southern folk traditions. She is a rootworker in the Louisiana folk magic tradition, a spiritual artist, and a teacher of Southern conjure at Crossroads University. Learn more at CreoleMoon.com.

About Karen Chilton

Karen Chilton is a New York–based actor and writer and an accomplished voice-over artist and narrator. She has narrated dozens of audiobooks, won three AudioFile Earphones Awards, and in 2020 won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Nonfiction Narration. Her voice can be heard on numerous national network television, radio, and Internet advertising campaigns.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Ericka on March 28, 2023

Interesting and quick read. Some references to American Horror Story Coven where the author corrected some things that were in the tv show.......more

Goodreads review by Heather on March 28, 2022

What a fascinating read! I had no idea that much of voodoo history was tied into Catholicism. I plan on reading more of Alvarado's work.......more

Goodreads review by BurgendyA on August 12, 2023

This book was truly captivating and outstanding. I am so glad that I've read & listen to the audio. Totally loved learning about the traditional-folklores of the old voodoo spirits,hoodoo Saints & the New Orleans history, legends, prayers, and traditions. This is the first book of Denise Alvarado th......more

Goodreads review by Tikidoll on May 12, 2023

The audio book is great! I really enjoy all of Denise Alvarado’s books that I have read. This one covers the main figures that populate the spiritual landscape of New Orleans. Lots of fun stories and background info. No spells if that is what you want though.......more

Goodreads review by Zev on February 09, 2022

I thought this was going to be a lot more Voodoo 101 than it was, so that's on me. The title does what it says--clear and engaging introductions to voodoo and hoodoo figures fill this book, and descriptions of New Orleans throughout the years are sprinkled in. Stores and historical sites are painsta......more


Quotes

“Mixing historical sources and folklore details, these well-researched sketches reflect Alvarado’s reverence and admiration. It’s a rollicking party of spirits that should appeal to tourists, contemporary spell casters, and armchair historians.” Publishers Weekly

“Teacher and author Alvarado brings readers into the magical side of New Orleans. She introduces readers to many heroines of New Orleans history and folklore to show that the magical and spiritual practices of Voodoo and Hoodoo are not something to fear…Alvarado allows their stories to live on in the written form for many to enjoy.” Booklist