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About Alfred Métraux

Birth

1902

Death

1963

Alfred Métraux was a Swiss and Argentine anthropologist, ethnologist and human rights leader.

Alfred Métraux was a prominent Swiss anthropologist and ethnologist who dedicated his life to studying diverse cultures.

His most renowned work, Voodoo in Haiti, is a fundamental reference for understanding Haitian religious practices.

Throughout his career, he published 34 works exploring topics as diverse as ethnology and religion.

His research led him to delve into the history of South American indigenous peoples and the mysteries of Easter Island.

As a university professor, he combined his passion for teaching with intensive fieldwork in multiple countries.