Eshu-Eleggua: Santería and the Orisha of the Crossroads by Raúl Cañizares delves into the enigmatic figure of Eleggua, the Orisha who governs fate, communication, and the thresholds of life. Cañizares presents Eleggua as both trickster and protector—capable of mischief, yet essential for balance and justice. The book explores his role as the divine messenger who opens and closes all paths, making him the first spirit honored in any Santería ritual. Eleggua’s dual nature—childlike and ancient, playful and fearsome—embodies the unpredictable forces of destiny. Through myth, ritual, and cultural insight, Cañizares reveals Eleggua as a powerful force who challenges, guides, and ultimately transforms those who seek his favor.