Wei Wang,Lisong Jiang
Ethnic Identity of the Kam People in Contemporary China: Government versus Local Perspectives
Ethnic Identity of the Kam People in Contemporary China: Government versus Local Perspectives
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Wang and Jiang's book explores the complex dynamics between the local government and villagers in Zhanli,a remote Kam Village in Guizhou Province,in response to social change,particularly the rise of rural tourism. It presents an engaging account of the compromises made by government and villagers in relation to ethnic identity in the name of economic development and the tensions and struggles that characterise the ongoing process of ethnic identity reconstruction.
Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Based on extensive fieldwork spanning three years in Zhanli, a remote Kam Village in Guizhou Province, Wang and Jiang delve into the intricate interplay between the discursive practices of the local government and the villagers in their efforts to reconstruct Kam identity in response to social change, particularly the surge of rural tourism. China's remarkable demographic and socio-economic transformation has further solidified the dominance of Han culture and language, posing significant challenges to the traditional cultures of ethnic minority regions. The authors employ a diverse range of empirical sources, including in-depth interviews with Kam villagers and local officials, field observations, media discourse, local archives, and government documents. Through their engaging account, they shed light on the significant compromises that both the government and the villagers have made in the pursuit of economic development, as well as the tensions and struggles that characterize the ongoing process of ethnic identity reconstruction. This book holds immense value for students and researchers in sociolinguistics, ethnography, and discourse studies, particularly those with a keen interest in Chinese discourse. It also appeals to a broader audience, including those concerned with issues around ethnicity (minzu) in China.
Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032040806
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