Author: Edgar Thurston
Publisher: Madras, Printed by the superintendent, Government Press
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 680
Book Description
Ethnographic Notes in Southern India
Author: Edgar Thurston
Publisher: Madras, Printed by the superintendent, Government Press
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 680
Book Description
Publisher: Madras, Printed by the superintendent, Government Press
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 680
Book Description
Rise of Anthropology in India
Author: Lalita Prasad Vidyarthi
Publisher: Concept Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Anthropologists
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Publisher: Concept Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Anthropologists
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Omens and Superstitions of Southern India
Author: Edgar Thurston
Publisher: Namaskar Books
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
Uncover the rich tapestry of beliefs and traditions with *Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* by Edgar Thurston. This fascinating exploration invites readers into the world of cultural folklore, where each superstition holds a story that reflects the values and fears of society. What if the seemingly trivial signs you encounter every day could shape your fate? Thurston meticulously documents a myriad of omens, charms, and rituals that have guided the lives of countless individuals in Southern India.In this compelling work, readers will discover the intricate connections between daily life and the mystical beliefs that influence it. From the significance of certain animals to the interpretation of dreams, Thurston’s insights reveal how deeply rooted these superstitions are in the social fabric of the region. Are you ready to delve into a world where the line between the natural and supernatural blurs? Through vivid anecdotes and thorough research, Thurston brings to life the enduring power of these beliefs.*Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* is more than a scholarly study; it’s an invitation to reflect on the ways culture shapes our understanding of the world. This captivating text is essential for anyone interested in anthropology, folklore, or the complexities of human belief. Seize the opportunity to expand your horizons—purchase *Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* now and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Indian folklore!
Publisher: Namaskar Books
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
Uncover the rich tapestry of beliefs and traditions with *Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* by Edgar Thurston. This fascinating exploration invites readers into the world of cultural folklore, where each superstition holds a story that reflects the values and fears of society. What if the seemingly trivial signs you encounter every day could shape your fate? Thurston meticulously documents a myriad of omens, charms, and rituals that have guided the lives of countless individuals in Southern India.In this compelling work, readers will discover the intricate connections between daily life and the mystical beliefs that influence it. From the significance of certain animals to the interpretation of dreams, Thurston’s insights reveal how deeply rooted these superstitions are in the social fabric of the region. Are you ready to delve into a world where the line between the natural and supernatural blurs? Through vivid anecdotes and thorough research, Thurston brings to life the enduring power of these beliefs.*Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* is more than a scholarly study; it’s an invitation to reflect on the ways culture shapes our understanding of the world. This captivating text is essential for anyone interested in anthropology, folklore, or the complexities of human belief. Seize the opportunity to expand your horizons—purchase *Omens and Superstitions of Southern India* now and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Indian folklore!
Social Media in South India
Author: Shriram Venkatraman
Publisher: UCL Press
ISBN: 1911307932
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
One of the first ethnographic studies to explore use of social media in the everyday lives of people in Tamil Nadu, Social Media in South India provides an understanding of this subject in a region experiencing rapid transformation. The influx of IT companies over the past decade into what was once a space dominated by agriculture has resulted in a complex juxtaposition between an evolving knowledge economy and the traditions of rural life. While certain class tensions have emerged in response to this juxtaposition, a study of social media in the region suggests that similarities have also transpired, observed most clearly in the blurring of boundaries between work and life for both the old residents and the new. Venkatraman explores the impact of social media at home, work and school, and analyses the influence of class, caste, age and gender on how, and which, social media platforms are used in different contexts. These factors, he argues, have a significant effect on social media use, suggesting that social media in South India, while seeming to induce societal change, actually remains bound by local traditions and practices.
Publisher: UCL Press
ISBN: 1911307932
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
One of the first ethnographic studies to explore use of social media in the everyday lives of people in Tamil Nadu, Social Media in South India provides an understanding of this subject in a region experiencing rapid transformation. The influx of IT companies over the past decade into what was once a space dominated by agriculture has resulted in a complex juxtaposition between an evolving knowledge economy and the traditions of rural life. While certain class tensions have emerged in response to this juxtaposition, a study of social media in the region suggests that similarities have also transpired, observed most clearly in the blurring of boundaries between work and life for both the old residents and the new. Venkatraman explores the impact of social media at home, work and school, and analyses the influence of class, caste, age and gender on how, and which, social media platforms are used in different contexts. These factors, he argues, have a significant effect on social media use, suggesting that social media in South India, while seeming to induce societal change, actually remains bound by local traditions and practices.
Southern India, Its History, People, Commerce, and Industrial Resources
Author: Somerset Playne
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 760
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 760
Book Description
The Mothers
Author: Robert Briffault
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anthropology
Languages : en
Pages : 814
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anthropology
Languages : en
Pages : 814
Book Description
ARAB GEOGRAPHERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF SOUTHERN INDIA
Author: Dr. SYED MUHAMMAD HUSAYN NAINAR
Publisher: Other Books
ISBN: 9380081103
Category : India, South
Languages : en
Pages : 103
Book Description
Centuries ago, the roaring sea was the only answer for the quest of the new. Voyages made landscapes and people. Each expedition constructed a new history of land and new versions of cultures. Some took the yoke of imperialism through these sea routes; some a mission of knowledge and cultural symbiosis. Arab Geographers’ Knowledge of Southern India is a construction of India from the narratives of famous Arab travelers. A fresh perception on the land of many cultures and some iconic navigators whose mission it was to pollinate knowledge and culture.
Publisher: Other Books
ISBN: 9380081103
Category : India, South
Languages : en
Pages : 103
Book Description
Centuries ago, the roaring sea was the only answer for the quest of the new. Voyages made landscapes and people. Each expedition constructed a new history of land and new versions of cultures. Some took the yoke of imperialism through these sea routes; some a mission of knowledge and cultural symbiosis. Arab Geographers’ Knowledge of Southern India is a construction of India from the narratives of famous Arab travelers. A fresh perception on the land of many cultures and some iconic navigators whose mission it was to pollinate knowledge and culture.
South Asian Folklore
Author: Peter Claus
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000101223
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 741
Book Description
With 600 signed, alphabetically organized articles covering the entirety of folklore in South Asia, this new resource includes countries and regions, ethnic groups, religious concepts and practices, artistic genres, holidays and traditions, and many other concepts. A preface introduces the material, while a comprehensive index, cross-references, and black and white illustrations round out the work. The focus on south Asia includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, with short survey articles on Tibet, Bhutan, Sikkim, and various diaspora communities. This unique reference will be invaluable for collections serving students, scholars, and the general public.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000101223
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 741
Book Description
With 600 signed, alphabetically organized articles covering the entirety of folklore in South Asia, this new resource includes countries and regions, ethnic groups, religious concepts and practices, artistic genres, holidays and traditions, and many other concepts. A preface introduces the material, while a comprehensive index, cross-references, and black and white illustrations round out the work. The focus on south Asia includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, with short survey articles on Tibet, Bhutan, Sikkim, and various diaspora communities. This unique reference will be invaluable for collections serving students, scholars, and the general public.
A Handbook to the Library
Author: Horniman Museum
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Wonder in South Asia
Author: Tulasi Srinivas
Publisher: State University of New York Press
ISBN: 1438495293
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
The experience of wonder—encompassing awe, bewilderment, curiosity, excitement, fear, dread, mystery, perplexity, reverence, surprise, and supplication—and the ineffable quality of that which is wondrous have been entwined in religion and human experience. Yet strangely, wonder in non-western societies, including South Asia, has rarely been acknowledged or understood. This groundbreaking volume brings together historians and ethnographers of South Asia, including leading and emerging scholars, to consider the place and meaning of wonder in such varied joyful, tense, and creative sites and moments as Sufi music performances in Gujarat, Tamil graveyard processions, trans women's charitable practices, Kipling's Orientalist tales, village Kuchipudi dance performances, and Rajasthani healing shrines. Offering a synthetic and scholarly reading of wonder that speaks to the political, aesthetic, and ethical worlds of South Asia, these essays redefine the nature and meaning of wonder and its worlds. Taken together, they provide an invaluable research tool for those in the fields of Asian religion, religion in context, and South Asian religions in particular.
Publisher: State University of New York Press
ISBN: 1438495293
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
The experience of wonder—encompassing awe, bewilderment, curiosity, excitement, fear, dread, mystery, perplexity, reverence, surprise, and supplication—and the ineffable quality of that which is wondrous have been entwined in religion and human experience. Yet strangely, wonder in non-western societies, including South Asia, has rarely been acknowledged or understood. This groundbreaking volume brings together historians and ethnographers of South Asia, including leading and emerging scholars, to consider the place and meaning of wonder in such varied joyful, tense, and creative sites and moments as Sufi music performances in Gujarat, Tamil graveyard processions, trans women's charitable practices, Kipling's Orientalist tales, village Kuchipudi dance performances, and Rajasthani healing shrines. Offering a synthetic and scholarly reading of wonder that speaks to the political, aesthetic, and ethical worlds of South Asia, these essays redefine the nature and meaning of wonder and its worlds. Taken together, they provide an invaluable research tool for those in the fields of Asian religion, religion in context, and South Asian religions in particular.