Knowing the Orisha Gods & Goddesses by Waldete Tristão, illustrated by Caco Bressane

Waldete Tristão introduces twenty Orishas in Knowing the Orisha Gods & Goddesses, illustrated by Caco Bressane. Short profiles describe the deities’ characteristics, clothing, favorite foods, surroundings and customs.

Colorful art accompanies this accessible introduction to Afro-Brazilian spirituality, including figures such as Iyewa, Omolu and Oshoguian. It is a brief religious and cultural reference rather than a comprehensive initiation manual or a general shamanism guide.