“Carnival in São Paulo is the profane ritual par excellence. Yet, upon closer examination, one can discern its inseparable connection with religion, deeply ingrained in both the ritualistic nature of rehearsals and in the built environment of samba headquarters. Despite São Paulo’s towering skyscrapers, São Paulo’s vernacular essence is evident in samba schools and various religious practices still holding significant presence in the city. By spotlighting the latter, this book seeks to challenge common assumptions about secularity, religion, and urbanity.”
- From the publisher's website
“Carnival in São Paulo is the profane ritual par excellence. Yet, upon closer examination, one can discern its inseparable connection with religion, deeply ingrained in both the ritualistic nature of rehearsals and in the built environment of samba headquarters. Despite São Paulo’s towering skyscrapers, São Paulo’s vernacular essence is evident in samba schools and various religious practices still holding significant presence in the city. By spotlighting the latter, this book seeks to challenge common assumptions about secularity, religion, and urbanity.”
- From the publisher's website
