Marie Laveau: Healer and Enigma

This chapter explores the life of Marie Laveau, a woman who bravely cared for the sick during the yellow fever epidemic of 1853 in New Orleans. It examines her dual reputation as a devoted healer and a queen of voodoo, while unpacking the myths and complexities surrounding her legacy and the practices at her tomb. The discussion also critiques how popular media misrepresents her character and contributions, urging a deeper understanding of her actual impact on the community and culture.