Description
My Magical Caribbean of 1972
Book Summary
An initiatory journey to the heart of the Caribbean, where the author delves into a voodoo ritual in Haiti in 1972. There, he meets a young woman and her father, a powerful sorcerer, and experiences an intense story of discovery and danger. An experience that forces him to confront ancestral traditions and leave the island, leaving a mystery unresolved. A work that combines true adventure with the mystery of folk beliefs.
What is it about?
The work chronicles the author's visit to Haiti in 1972 to witness a voodoo ritual. During his stay, he meets the young protagonist and her father, a Haitian sorcerer. Together, they travel across the island, discovering its history and sharing unforgettable moments. However, the plot takes a turn when the sorcerers force him to leave the country for having broken the rules of their traditions. The young woman remains in his memories, as he never learned of her fate after what occurred between them.
Main themes
- Travel and cultural discovery in the Caribbean of the 70s.
- Rituals and beliefs of Haitian voodoo.
- The conflict between individual freedom and ancestral traditions.
- The mystery and nostalgia of a love cut short by external circumstances.
- Memory and the passage of time as narrative elements.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in true travel accounts with a strong cultural and anthropological component. Also for those who enjoy stories of mystery, folk traditions, and the Caribbean as a setting. Ideal for lovers of personal chronicles that explore the unknown and the sacred.
What this book offers
- An authentic immersion into Haitian culture and voodoo from the author's direct experience.
- A story of love and farewell that transcends time and borders.
- A reflection on respecting traditions and the consequences of crossing their boundaries.
- A nostalgic journey to the Caribbean of 1972, with its unique atmosphere and contrasts.
- A narrative that combines personal testimony with unresolved mystery.
Technical specifications
- Author: Devesa Múgica, Jesús
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: TRAVEL AND VACATIONS
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO LIBROS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: December 2025
- Number of pages: 124
- Weight: 160 g
Editorial review
A work that offers a personal and direct look at a world little known from a Western perspective. Its value lies in the authenticity of the testimony and in the tension between the fascination with the exotic and the respect for traditions. Recommended for those seeking a short, intense story with a lingering sense of mystery that remains long after the final page.