Dr. Stephan Palmié

Biography

Stephan Palmié is a leading scholar in sociocultural anthropology, focusing on Afro-Caribbean religions and the historical consciousness that shapes cultural identity in the Caribbean and beyond. With a D.Phil. from the University of Munich, he has contributed significantly to the understanding of Afro-Cuban religious practices and their interrelations with broader historical narratives and social structures. His work often explores themes of race and ethnicity, embodiment, and the intersections of food and cuisine within the framework of science and rationality. Over the years, Palmié has conducted extensive ethnographic historical research, emphasizing the complexities of Afro-Cuban religious formations and their relation to the wider Atlantic world. His extensive publication record includes books and articles that engage deeply with issues of historical representation, knowledge production, and the cultural dynamics of the African diaspora. Notable recent works include "Fernando Ortiz: Caribbean Mediterranean Transculturations" and numerous contributions to leading journals where he has discussed the ethnographic implications of various cultural practices. Through his multidimensional research, Palmié continues to illuminate the intricate tapestry of cultural identity in the Caribbean and the implications of his findings for broader anthropological discourse.

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