Maman Brigitte explores the distinctive persona of Brigitte, a fusion of the Irish goddess Brigid and the Western African goddess Oya. This book delves into Vodou as a religion and traces Brigitte?s rise in Haiti during the slave trade, revealing her significance for both Haitian and Irish immigrants in Louisiana, who faced similar challenges. Combining research, fieldwork, and personal insight, the author unravels Brigitte's journey from her origins in Haiti and Louisiana to her role as a dark goddess in the modern world.
