Mr. Cap and the Science Man

For immigrants to America, life is often challenging and confusing. But for George Bankus, the immigrant experience comes to life through a remarkable story he is told 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 Science Man, or Obeah, of his village...a medicine man believed to have unlimited powers to influence events. Due to the spell put on him by the Science Man, 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 that there is more to Mr. Cap than his criminal behavior. Mr. Cap and the Science Man is a story of one man's redemption through the support of those who believe in him: his wife Sheila, and his mentor. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural traditions of the Obeah as you follow his rigorous journey to become a powerful medicine man, 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 Science Man is a compelling, moving story that will continue to resonate long after the last page is turned.