Rodrigo Leao - All Dogs are Blue

‌16 Umbanda . A Brazilian religion believed to have originated in Rio de Janeiro that blends elements of African religions, Catholicism, spiritism and various indigenous beliefs. It bears some similarities to other Afro-Brazilian religions such as Candomblé.

‌‌Translators’ acknowledgements

A special thank you to my husband and navigator, Bruno, for his advice, support and infectious enthusiasm.

Zoë Perry

Many thanks to Ana Amália Alves, whose invaluable knowledge and advice helped me negotiate the subtleties of Rodrigo de Souza Leão’s style and humour.

Stefan Tobler

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