Arigó

This book chronicles the life of Zé Arigó, a Brazilian healer who claimed to channel a deceased German doctor during trance states, performing rapid diagnoses and procedures that drew widespread attention and controversy. Through detailed examination of archival materials, eyewitness accounts, and legal records, it explores how his work challenged medical authority, sparked legal battles, and inspired legendary stories, all while leaving questions about the authenticity of his miracles unresolved. The narrative offers a nuanced look at a complex figure whose influence persisted beyond his death, blurring the lines between documented fact and myth.