Mr. Cap and the Obeahman

For immigrants to America, life is often challenging and confusing. But for George Bankus, the immigrant experience comes to life through a story he tells about Mr. Cap, a man who comes to America burdened not only with the usual struggles of an immigrant. He also carries a curse placed on him by the Obeahman of his parents... a medicine man believed to have unlimited powers to influence events. Due to the spell put on him by this Obeahman, Mr. Cap is destined to be a thief, and he served many prison terms. On his final visit to prison he meets a remarkable mentor who sees there is more to Mr. Cap than his criminal behavior. 'Mr. Cap and the Obeahman' is a story of one man's redemption through the support of those who believed in him: his wife Sheila, and his mentor. Learn about the cultural tradition of Obeah as you follow Mr. Small's rigorous journey to become a powerful obeahman, and experience Mr. Cap's desperation and hope as he transforms himself from a petty criminal to a man of honor. Mr. Cap and the Obeahman is a compelling, moving story that will continue to resonate with you long after the last page is turned.