Reflections of Dance along the Brahmaputra: Celebrating Dance in North East India

This book explores the unique folk dances of Indigenous communities in North East India, reflecting their diverse journeys, lifestyles, and connections through case studies, firsthand accounts, and interviews.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate world of dance and culture in North East India, offering a critical perspective through a diverse range of sources. Through in-depth case studies, firsthand accounts, and engaging interviews, the book explores the unique folk dances of the Indigenous communities of the region, showcasing their rich tapestry of traditions, livelihoods, and profound connections within their ethnic groups. These dances, which are an integral part of almost every ritual and festival, serve as vibrant expressions of cultural heritage, reflecting the diverse journeys, lifestyles, and values of these communities.

The book delves into the historical, social, and cultural contexts that shape these dances, shedding light on their significance and evolution over time. It highlights the role of dance in preserving and promoting cultural identity, as well as in fostering social cohesion and harmony. The authors also examine the challenges faced by these folk dances, including threats from modernization, urbanization, and cultural erosion, and explore strategies for their preservation and promotion.

Through its engaging narrative and rich empirical evidence, this volume provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between dance, culture, and identity in North East India. It serves as a testament to the resilience and creativity of these communities, and offers valuable lessons for scholars, educators, and practitioners interested in the study of dance and culture in diverse contexts.

This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate world of dance and culture in North East India, offering a critical perspective through a diverse range of sources. Through in-depth case studies, firsthand accounts, and engaging interviews, the book explores the unique folk dances of the Indigenous communities of the region, showcasing their rich tapestry of traditions, livelihoods, and profound connections within their ethnic groups. These dances, which are an integral part of almost every ritual and festival, serve as vibrant expressions of cultural heritage, reflecting the diverse journeys, lifestyles, and values of these communities.

The book delves into the historical, social, and cultural contexts that shape these dances, shedding light on their significance and evolution over time. It highlights the role of dance in preserving and promoting cultural identity, as well as in fostering social cohesion and harmony. The authors also examine the challenges faced by these folk dances, including threats from modernization, urbanization, and cultural erosion, and explore strategies for their preservation and promotion.

Through its engaging narrative and rich empirical evidence, this volume provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between dance, culture, and identity in North East India. It serves as a testament to the resilience and creativity of these communities, and offers valuable lessons for scholars, educators, and practitioners interested in the study of dance and culture in diverse contexts.

Weight: 700g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032452388