Feast As A Mirror Of Social And Cultural Changes

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Feast As A Mirror Of Social And Cultural Changes

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Author : Frédéric Armao
language : en
Publisher: Æ Academic Publishing
Release Date : 2020-12-23

Feast As A Mirror Of Social And Cultural Changes written by Frédéric Armao and has been published by Æ Academic Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-23 with Social Science categories.

Feasting seems to be an inseparable element of peoples’—especially their collective—lives. ___|___ The proposed volume consists of original unpublished texts in which their Authors search for the answers to the following questions: How far have we gone astray from the primeval idea of celebrating the feast, from understanding tradition in terms of the Romanian historian of religion, Mircea Eliade, or the French sociologist, Émile Durkheim? Are there still any traditional, in its very meaning, feasts? If not—if they are invented (Hobsbawm and Ranger [1983] 1992)—why are they called “traditional”? What elements have changed and why? What has had the greatest impact on celebrating feasts? What are the new factors influencing the course of a feast’s celebration? ___|___ It was difficult to categorize the texts contained in this book because the subjects discussed in them very often overlap. Still, it was possible to recognize several accentuated aspects that served as the basis for the division of the book into three sections: 1) Culture and Identity; 2) Ritual and Cultural Values; 3) Culture and Policy. The contributors are scholars who represent various international institutions and fields of research, and use different approaches and methodologies to study the subject of the feast. This publication is an opportunity to bring the results of their research together in one book. The volume contains chapters in which various aspects of feasts, festivals, and festivities perceived as a mirror of social and cultural changes in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries are presented. It provides a unique and rich resource in the fields of culture, folklore, religion, anthropology, sociology, as well as politics and other cultural and social sciences. In the future, we hope to broaden the scope of our research and to include more ethnic groups and their cultures in order to see the changes they have undergone and factors that caused them. _____ TABLE OF CONTENTS _____ Frédéric Armao (University of Toulon, France), Uisneach: from the Ancient Assembly to the Fire Festival 2017 | Key words: Bealtaine, folklore, Irish festivals, mythology, Uisneach _____ Bożena Gierek (Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland), Lajkonik (Hobby Horse) as Theatrum of the Period of Corpus Christi in Kraków (Poland) | Key words: Corpus Christi, feast, Lajkonik, raftsmen, theatrum _____ Tatiana Minniyakhmetova (University of Tartu, Estonia), Manifestation of Various Values in Traditional Udmurt Feasts | Key words: “beestings,” feast, porridge-meat, symbols, Udmurts _____ László Mód (University of Szeged, Hungary), Grape Harvest Feast as an Attempt to Develop Local Identity and Cultural Heritage. The Hungarian Case | Key words: cultural heritage, grape harvest feast, invented tradition, local identity _____ Marek Moroń (Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland), The Use of Sacrifice Feast of Eid ul-Adha in Bengal as an Instrument of Promoting Communal Violence for Political Purposes. The Situation in the 1920s, 1930s and 2017 | Key words: Bengal, cow sacrifice, Eid ul Adha, Hindu, Muslim, politics _____ Ewa Nowicka (University of Warsaw, Poland), Performing Ethnicity: Buryat Ethnofestivals and a Rediscovered Tradition | Key words: Buryatia, cultural canon, ethnofestival, identity, rediscovered tradition _____ Alīna Romanovska (Daugavpils University, Latvia), Diaspora Festivals as a Way for Development of Cultural Identity in the Regional City: the Case of Daugavpils (Latvia) | Key words: creolization, diaspora, festival, identity, regional city _____ Monika Salzbrunn (University of Lausanne, Switzerland), The Swiss Carnivals of Payerne and Lausanne: Place-making between the mise en scène of Self and the Other(s) | Key words: Brandons, carnival, Othering, performance, place-making, wordplay _____ Tigran Simyan (Yerevan State University, Armenia) and Ilze Kačāne (Daugavpils University, Latvia), Transformations of New Year Celebration in the Soviet and Post-Soviet Era: the Cases of Armenia and Latvia | Key words: Christmas (New Year) tree, Ded Moroz, New Year, post-Soviet, Santa Claus, Soviet, transformation _____ Kiyoshi Umeya (Kobe University, Japan / University of Cape Town, South Africa), Feasts to Send-off the Dead: with Special Reference to the Jopadhola of Eastern Uganda | Key words: agency of the dead, feast, funeral rites, Jopadhola, modernity, Uganda

Feast As Mirror Of Social And Kultural Changes

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Author : Bożena Gierek
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020

Feast As Mirror Of Social And Kultural Changes written by Bożena Gierek and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020 with Fasts and feasts categories.

Enomoto Bouncing Back

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Author :
language : en
Publisher: African Books Collective
Release Date : 2023-06-27

Enomoto Bouncing Back written by and has been published by African Books Collective this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-27 with Social Science categories.

In 2018 South Africa's so-called mother city, Cape Town came into the global spotlight as being the first city in the world to (almost)

The Gospel Sounds Like The Witch S Spell

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Author : Kiyoshi Umeya
language : en
Publisher: African Books Collective
Release Date : 2022-02-10

The Gospel Sounds Like The Witch S Spell written by Kiyoshi Umeya and has been published by African Books Collective this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-02-10 with Social Science categories.

The Gospel Sounds Like the Witch's Spell is a highly detailed ethnography about how the Jopadhola in eastern Uganda talk about, interpret and cope with death, illness and other misfortunes. The book presents a provocative discussion that critiques the idea of the revival of witchcraft in the neo-liberalised contemporary world, as represented by the 'modernity model of witchcraft', and attempts to formulate a 'spiderweb model' that connects witchcraft to contemporary society in a more complex manner. The book is a unique ethnography of the collective memory of indigenous knowledge and local historicity. The author moves the reader from curse to misfortune to fortune as he plots the notion of 'curse' as deeply embedded in the Adhola way of life. He weaves between culture, religion, state and modernity with lived experience. Did the concept of witchcraft unwittingly endear the Adhola to the Christian way of life because of the presence of the notion of 'curse' in the Bible or make them less susceptible to the vagaries of modernity compared to their neighbours? These are some of the questions that the author puts on the table in a deeply reflective manner. The phenomenon of witchcraft is given an intriguing angle that invites the reader to reexamine earlier anthropological writings on the subject among African peoples.

Intangible Cultural Heritage And New Methodological Frameworks

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Author : Eleftheria Rania Kosmidou
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2025-05-08

Intangible Cultural Heritage And New Methodological Frameworks written by Eleftheria Rania Kosmidou and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-05-08 with Social Science categories.

This book examines media, performance, and the public space as sites of intangible cultural heritage – a heritage that moves beyond physical museums and monuments to encompass film and media, performing arts, oral traditions, social practices, rituals, artifacts, and cultural spaces. Focusing on the current methodological challenges and new frameworks that surround the study of intangible cultural heritage in the public space, this volume explores the ways in which intangible cultural heritage is formed, represented, appropriated, and changed. The authors propose a broad understanding of cultural heritage emerging from the public sphere, encompassing museums, oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, artifacts, media and cultural spaces as the inclusive, collective cultural expressions of everyday culture. This unique and interdisciplinary volume will interest scholars and students of cultural studies, cultural heritage, media and film studies, performance studies, history, and sociology.

Nif Newsletter

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Author : Nordic Institute of Folklore
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1978

Nif Newsletter written by Nordic Institute of Folklore and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Folklore categories.

Rulers Townsmen And Bazaars

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Author : C. A. Bayly
language : en
Publisher: CUP Archive
Release Date : 1988-05-19

Rulers Townsmen And Bazaars written by C. A. Bayly and has been published by CUP Archive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988-05-19 with History categories.

Widely acclaimed when it first appeared in hard covers, Dr Bayly's authoritative study traces the evolution of North Indian towns and merchant communities from the decline of Mughal dominion to the consolidation of mature Victorian empire following the 'mutiny' of 1857. The first section of the book looks at the response of the inhabitants of the Ganges Valley to the 'Time of Troubles' in the eighteenth century. The second section shows how the incoming British, were themselves constrained to build their new empire on this resilient network of towns, rural bazaars and merchant communities; and how in turn colonial trade and administration were moulded by indigenous forms of commerce and politics. The third section focuses on the social history of the towns under early colonial rule and includes an analysis of the culture and business methods of the Indian merchant family. It is based in part on the private records and histories of the business people themselves.

Cultural Histories Of Ageing

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Author : Margery Vibe Skagen
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2021-05-12

Cultural Histories Of Ageing written by Margery Vibe Skagen and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-12 with History categories.

Drawing on sixteenth- to twenty-first-century American, British, French, German, Polish, Norwegian and Russian literature and philosophy, this collection teases out culturally specific conceptions of old age as well as subjective constructions of late-life identity and selfhood. The internationally known humanistic gerontologist Jan Baars, the prominent historian of old age David Troyansky and the distinguished cultural historian and pioneer in the field of literature and science George Rousseau join a team of literary historians who trace out the interfaces between their chosen texts and the respective periods’ medical and gerontological knowledge. The chapters’ in-depth analyses of major and less-known works demonstrate the rich potential of fiction, poetry and autobiographical writing in the construction of a cultural history of senescence. These literary examples not only bear witness to longue durée representations of old age, and epochal transitions regarding cultural attitudes to the aged; they also foreground the subjectivities that produced some of these representations and that continue to communicate with readers of other times and places. By casting a net over a variety of authors, genres, periods and languages, the collection gives a broad sense of how literature is among the richest and most engaging sources for historicizing the ageing self.

Transformative Consumer Research For Personal And Collective Well Being

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Author : David Glen Mick
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-01-26

Transformative Consumer Research For Personal And Collective Well Being written by David Glen Mick and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-26 with Business & Economics categories.

Daily existence is more connected to consumer behaviors than ever before, raising many issues around well-being and quality of life. Problematic consumer behaviors include unhealthy eating, alcohol, tobacco, pornography, and gambling abuse, credit card mismanagement, marketplace discrimination, and ecological deterioration. This book explores opportunities for improving well-being via consumer behaviors, such as empowerment via the Internet, product sharing, leisure pursuits, family consumption, and pro-environmental activities.

Bollywood

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Author : Azhar ul Haque Sario
language : en
Publisher: epubli
Release Date : 2024-10-07

Bollywood written by Azhar ul Haque Sario and has been published by epubli this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-10-07 with Performing Arts categories.

Hey Bollywood buffs, ever wondered what makes Bollywood tick? This second edition of "Bollywood" is your all-access pass to the glitz, glamour, and grit of India's iconic film industry. We'll kick things off by diving into how Bollywood dreams are taking over the world. From packed theaters in Mumbai to sold-out shows in New York, Bollywood's magic knows no bounds. We'll even explore how Bollywood's charm isn't just about entertainment; it's a form of soft power diplomacy that shapes how the world sees India. But it's not all song and dance. This book delves into the new wave of filmmakers who are shaking up Bollywood's classic formula. Get ready for stories that challenge stereotypes, spark conversations, and push the boundaries of what Bollywood can be. We'll also tackle the big issues, like how Bollywood is using its platform to make powerful social commentary and fight for a more inclusive and representative industry. Ever been swept away by the passion of Bollywood's fan culture? We'll take you behind the scenes of the digital age fandom, where social media, fan clubs, and online communities are transforming how audiences connect with their favorite stars and films. And let's not forget the business side of things. Bollywood isn't just about art; it's an economic powerhouse. We'll uncover the secrets of Bollywood's financial success, from box office blockbusters to merchandising empires. But what happens when Bollywood clashes with Hollywood? We'll compare and contrast these two cinematic giants, exploring their unique styles, values, and global impact. So, if you're ready to uncover the magic, meaning, and the sheer masala of Bollywood, this book is your ticket. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a curious newcomer, this second edition is packed with fresh insights, untold stories, and a whole lot of Bollywood love. Get ready to be entertained, enlightened, and maybe even inspired to break into a dance!