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    The Big Book of Soul: The Ultimate Guide to the African American Spirit

    By Stephanie Rose Bird

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    Soul is the ultimate expression and experience of African-American culture. The Big Book of Soul is the first popular reference book to provide an in-depth examination of the source of soul in African culture and how soul finds its expression today.

    Author Stephanie Rose Bird takes readers on a breathtaking journey of soul by examining the spirit of animism and how it evolved in contemporary African-American culture. She explores spiritual practices related to diet, dance, beauty, healing, and the arts, and provides readers with ancient healing rituals and practices they can use today.

    Filled with fun facts, practical advice, and ancient spiritual wisdom, The Big Book of Soul is for any reader who wants a genuine, rooted experience of soul today.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHampton Roads Publishing
    Release dateFeb 1, 2010
    ISBN9781612831374
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    The Big Book of Soul: The Ultimate Guide to the African American Spirit
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    Stephanie Rose Bird

    Priestess Stephanie Rose Bird is a painter and the author of several bestselling books on earth spirituality, Hoodoo, and anthropology, including Sticks, Stones, Roots and Bones, 365 Days of Hoodoo, Light, Bright and Damned Near White, and African American Magick. Priestess Bird, who holds a BFA cum laude and an MFA, is a devotee of the Divinely Feminine. She is an Elder, Eclectic Pagan, Magick-maker, and keeper of the spiritual wisdom of her indigenous African ancestors. Her work centers around the nexus of earth wisdom and the legacy of black cultural heritage. Visit her at www.stephanierosebird.com.

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    • 4/5
      From my blog...An insightful look into the many facets of the African culture, from spiritual beliefs, folklore, herbal remedies, as well as recipes, Stephanie Rose Bird has assembled a fascinating collection of history in her book, The Big Book of Soul: The Ultimate Guide To The African American Spirit. The book is divided into ten chapters, beginning with Bird's thorough introduction to the African history and culture with definitions and origins. Next she writes about African American wellness, beginning with Hoodoo, or folkloric practices. Again Bird does a stellar job explaining the origins, usage and beliefs. She segues into the use of African herbs, traditional and modern uses and spends a large segment speaking on this topic, which I found quite interesting. I know a little about Chinese herbalists, but I knew nothing about traditional African herbalists. Bird continues on with childbirth, spa treatments, beauty regimens, and some recipes as well as personal stories. The Big Book of Soul was an intriguing and educational read for me. I found the knowledge to be intriguing, Bird's definitions and origins to be very helpful and I gained an insight and knowledge about a culture I did not previously have. If one is interested in learning more about the African culture, The Big Book of Soul may be a fabulous place to begin.

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    • 3/5
      Herbalist and writer, Stephanie Bird Rose uses the big book of SOUL to educate and enlighten the reader of ancient African traditions and explain how they contribute to current African American culture, spirituality and religion. Rose doesn't leave anything to the imagination in writing this book. She shares herbal remedies, recipes and explores the power of prayer. This is my first time really reading a body of this kind and I must say I'm quite pleased. I love the way Rose started with the journey of our African ancestors in route to the Americas and explained the various religions. It really makes you think about the various religions we practice today that are filled with various rituals that our ancestors brought over with them. I also loved the way that she covered the numerous herbs and explained their purpose. I'm currently in the process of going natural. For me that includes my hair which is now chemical free, eating healthy foods and more fresh foods and recycling. This isn't an easy path and IS NOT for the faint at heart but it's worth it. I feel like the big book of SOUL is a road map of sorts as I embark on this journey. My favorite chapter in this book is Chapter 8, A Fresh Start: Holistic Detox. This chapter covers the process of detox and the reason why it's necessary for everyone. She also references various natural ingredients that you can use to detox your body. I try to detox once a month and I have a brand that I use that contains many of the ingredients that she talks about in her book. I guess that means I'm on the right track :)

      2 people found this helpful