Description
Book SynopsisTakes us through South African history from the advent of democracy in 1994 to the euphoria of the football World Cup in 2010. This title analyses indigenous rituals of purification on Robben Island, rituals of healing and reconciliation at the national shrine, Freedom Park, and rituals of animal sacrifice at the World Cup.
Trade Review"Explores South African indigenous religious heritage and the meaning and power of this religion in a changing South African society." Immanent Frame "Recommended." -- T. D. Moodie, Hobart and William Smith Colleges Choice
Table of ContentsPreface 1. Going Wild 2. Mapping the Sacred 3. Violence 4. Fundamentalisms 5. Heritage 6. Dreamscapes 7. Purity 8. Power 9. World Cup 10. Staying Wild Notes Index
