Timeless Traditions

Author : Ward Rutherford
Publisher : Thorsons Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Celtic Lore written by Ward Rutherford and published by Thorsons Publishers. This book was released on 1993 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book shows readers how the Celts view on consultative democracy, environmental issues and women's rights are echoed in contemporary policies, and how they are continuing to shape political and religious ideas.

Author : Tinoo Joshi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.0G/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Timeless Traditions, Contemporary Forms written by Tinoo Joshi and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crafts express a community's true cultural identity. Traditional craft works often depict the social and aesthetic character of a society, and have been sustained over time not only because of their rich symbolic content, but also because of their contribution to the socio-economic growth of the region. The rich cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh is evident from the variety of traditional arts and crafts produced in the state -- from textiles to woodwork, jewellery to leather products, and toys to bamboo products and tribal arts, Madhya Pradesh is a cornucopia of artisanal excellence. Its erstwhile royal rulers were enthusiastic patrons of the arts, commissioning exquisite sculptures, paintings, embroidered textiles and jewellery. This book attempts to bring out the strong socio-economic and cultural factors that have been the inspiration for the evolution of the rich tradition of arts and crafts in Madhya Pradesh. Keeping the. historical and cultural perspective in mind the book looks at how these arts and crafts have developed over time, what their status is today and what the future holds for these aesthetic creations.

Author : Toon van Meijl
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Political Paradoxes and Timeless Traditions written by Toon van Meijl and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Lisl M. Spangenberg
Publisher : Universe Publishing(NY)
ISBN 13 : 9780789305190
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Timeless Traditions written by Lisl M. Spangenberg and published by Universe Publishing(NY). This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Timeless Traditions places the world at your feet--or at least within your grasp, which is as it should be for everyone in love. For engaged couples around the world, this volume is an indispensable, comprehensive guide to the wedding traditions of the major faiths and more than one hundred countries and peoples, spanning the cultures and regions of past and present.Written by "Elegant Bride feature contributor Lisl M. Spangenberg and illustrated with sumptuous two-color illustrations, "Timeless Traditions focuses on each step along the path to marriage, from pre-wedding to ceremonial rituals and from celebratory to post-wedding traditions. Within each section, specific customs are described in an A-to-Z format. Traditional dress, food, music, dance, and gifts are all featured, along with vows, readings, and toasts, from Asia to Zimbabwe.Rediscover time-honored customs and read about practices which, though thousands of years old, may be new to you. Learn why the bride stands to the groom's left, what the Asian tea ceremony involves, how the African custom of loading the bride parallels the bridal shower, and why the brides of so many cultures wear veils. Withins these pages, discover the courtship and wedding rituals that speak to you and help you map out a meaning-filled celebration for your personal romance.The perfect guide for couples who want to lend the richness and resonance of tradition to their wedding day, "Timeless Traditions is also an ideal resource for wedding planners and others involved in the wedding industry.

Author : Christopher D. Wallis
Publisher : Mattamayura Press
ISBN 13 : 9780989761307
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tantra Illuminated written by Christopher D. Wallis and published by Mattamayura Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book takes readers on a fascinating journey to the very heart of Tantra: its key teachings, foundational lineages, and transformative practices. Since the West's discovery of Tantra 100 years ago, there has been considerable fascination, speculation, and more than a little misinformation about this spiritual movement. Now, for the first time in the English language, Tantra Illuminated presents an accessible introduction to this sacred tradition that began 1,500 years ago, in the far north of India. The book uses translations from primary Sanskrit sources, offers a profound look at spiritual practice, and reveals Tantra's rich history and powerful teachings.

Author : Ayami Nakatani
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1498586503
Total Pages : 317 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fashionable Traditions written by Ayami Nakatani and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Textiles play a decisive role in history: attire not only indicates status, gender, ethnicity, and religion but illustrates how such boundaries are continuously being negotiated, shifted, and recreated. Fashionable Traditions captures the complex reality of Asian handmade textile production and consumption. From traditionalist discourse and cultural authenticity to fashion and market trends, the contributors to this collection demonstrate the multilayered influence of often contradictory forces. In-depth, ethnographic case studies reveal the entangled relationships between local artisans, external interventions, and consumers, while acknowledging the broader frameworks in which such relationships are situated. Together these stories offer a vivid account of the socio-economic, political, and cultural dynamics in various parts of Asia and emphasize that fashion is neither a Western prerogative nor do its roots reside solely in the West.

Author : RDx Kaushik
Publisher : RDx INc
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book From NORMAL to NOBLE written by RDx Kaushik and published by RDx INc. This book was released on 2024-03-27 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book explores the concept of "luxuries of the past" by delving into 100 aspects of life that were once considered normal but are now regarded as luxuries. Ranging from simple pleasures like leisurely walks to profound experiences like enduring love, each chapter examines how societal shifts, technological advancements, and changing values have transformed these once commonplace elements into rare treasures. Through insightful reflections and engaging anecdotes, the book prompts readers to reconsider their perspectives on modern living and appreciate the richness of life's simple joys. It emphasizes the importance of mindfulness, gratitude, and connection in navigating the complexities of contemporary society while celebrating the enduring value of timeless traditions and human experiences.

Author : Lisl M. Spangenberg
Publisher : Diane Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 9780756780227
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Timeless Traditions written by Lisl M. Spangenberg and published by Diane Publishing Company. This book was released on 2004-06-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable, comprehensive guide to the wedding traditions of the major faiths & 100+ countries & peoples, spanning the cultures & regions of past & present. Focuses on each step along the path to marriage, from pre-wedding to ceremonial rituals & from celebratory to post-wedding traditions. Traditional dress, food, music, dance, & gifts are all featured, along with vows, readings, & toasts. Rediscover time-honored customs & read about practices which, though thousands of years old, may be new to you. Discover the courtship & wedding rituals that speak to you & help you map out a meaning-filled celebration for your personal romance. Also, an ideal resource for wedding planners & others involved in the wedding industry. Illustrations.

Author : Samuel Songhoon Lee
Publisher : Seoul Selection
ISBN 13 : 1624120563
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hanbok written by Samuel Songhoon Lee and published by Seoul Selection . This book was released on 2015-12-17 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hanbok embodies many of the social and aesthetic values of the Korean people. In accordance with the emphasis on social harmony found in Confucian philosophy, the choice of hanbok varied depending on one’s position in society. Its beautifully flowing lines and harmonious color schemes are important aesthetic values found in Korean art. Hanbok is increasingly emerging into the spotlight following the popularity of Korean television dramas, which are often set in the past, and also through efforts to promote hanbok on the global stage. Renowned fashion designers around the world have taken note of hanbok and have incorporated elements of hanbok into their own work. This book will examine the origins, history, and the unique characteristics of hanbok and its contemporary standing.

Author : Elizabeth Outka
Publisher : OUP USA
ISBN 13 : 0195372697
Total Pages : 233 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Consuming Traditions written by Elizabeth Outka and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2009 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Examples of faux authenticity abound in today's marketplace. Trading on the commercial appeal of the ersatz real, however, is far from a twenty-first century invention. As Consuming Traditions investigates, the allure of commodified nostalgia and the selling of the "genuine" article emerged as powerful forces in early twentieth-century Britain." "Elizabeth Outka redefines the debates surrounding literary modernism and the market as she explores the marketing of authenticity, a crucial but overlooked development in the history of modernity. With an interdisciplinary approach that probes novels, plays, advertisements, and architecture, Consuming Traditions presents a convincing case for how the "commodified authentic" - the selling of objects and places allegedly free of commercial taint - marks a critical turn in modern culture and offers a new way to understand literary modernism and its complex negotiation of tradition and novelty. Drawing on cultural studies, theories of consumerism, and works by Shaw, Forster, Woolf, Joyce, and others, Outka examines how literature both enacted and critiqued the larger revolution in material culture."--BOOK JACKET.