As a young woman, Diane Esguerra forged a friendship with Susanna Wenger, an Austrian artist who became a Yoruba priestess in Nigeria. That sparks her own interest in the goddess Oshun, a symbol of female empowerment
A journey of self-discovery through encounters with an African goddess.
When Diane Esguerra hears of a white high priestess worshipping the Ifa river goddess Oshun in Nigeria, her curiosity ignites. This sets her on a path of friendship, grief, and a quest to understand Oshun's rituals.
From Nigeria to Florida, amid vultures, snakes, and ancient traditions, Diane explores the power of African spirituality. This travel memoir is for those seeking
- spiritual meaning
- cultural immersion
- personal transformation
Discover how Beyoncé's channeling of Oshun at the Grammys takes this ancient goddess global.
