Cambodian Dance

Author : George Groslier,Charles Gravelle
Publisher : DatASIA, Incorporated
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : History
ISBN : 1934431117

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Cambodian Dancers by George Groslier,Charles Gravelle Pdf

Since the dawn of recorded history, Khmer royalty nurtured a sacred dance style unique to their Asian kingdom, yet instantly recognizable throughout the world. In 1913, George Groslier published the first Western study of this ancient art. For nearly a century Danseuses cambodgiennes anciennes et modernes has stood as the first significant historic account of Cambodia s royal dance tradition. This edition presents the first English translation of his pivotal work, beautifully typeset with all the author s original drawings. It also includes the first personal account of Groslier's life by biographer Kent Davis, family photos, extensive background materials, a bibliography and index. The first French child born in Cambodia in 1887, Groslier went to Paris to train as a painter before returning to Asia to become an archaeologist, historian, educator and novelist. A lifelong champion of Khmer arts, Groslier founded the National Museum of Cambodia and the School of Fine Arts. After a life of adventure, contemplation, and instruction traveling the Mekong, mapping the ruins of Cambodia's lost temples, sparking a revival of traditional Cambodian arts, and helping apprehend a young art thief named Andre Malraux Groslier was tortured and killed by the Japanese army in 1945. This book was the first in a series of works that he wrote about his beloved birthplace. Time would tame his prose but never his enthusiasm, which here leaps off the page. REVIEWS It is my pleasure to introduce new generations of readers to this classic account of Cambodia s royal dance tradition. H.R.H. Princess Norodom Buppha Devi You returned here as if marked by destiny, the most restless artist we had ever encountered to devote himself to Cambodian dancers and their secrets. Charles Gravelle - 1913 The first commentary in any language Asian or European on one of the world s most refined performing arts.. Dr. Paul Cravath - Earth in Flower

Author : Daryn Reicherter
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781462917693

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Cambodian Dancer by Daryn Reicherter Pdf

**Winner of the Moonbeam Children's Book Award Silver Medal for Non-Fiction —Picture Book** This beautifully illustrated children's book tells the story of a little Cambodian girl forced to leave her old world behind and find a new home in America. In clear but simple language and vivid illustrations, this Cambodian children's story communicates a sense of the joy, sadness, injustice and triumph that lives on in young Cambodian Americans. It shows that it is possible to overcome great hardship, and that a single decision can do much to heal one's self and others. The Cambodian Dancer is the true story of a Cambodian refugee—a dancer and teacher—who built a life in the US after fleeing the Khmer Rouge. She became a counselor to other Cambodian refugees and created a school of dance for children. Her gift of hope was to teach children in the Cambodian community the traditional dances of Cambodia so that young people growing up far away from the land of their ancestors would know about their culture.

Author : Janet McLellan
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780802099624

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Cambodian Refugees in Ontario by Janet McLellan Pdf

Janet McLellan uses ten years of ethnographic fieldwork, including extensive interviews, to highlight the difficulties Cambodians have faced in Canada.

Author : Denise Heywood
Publisher : River Books Press Dist A C
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015072797718

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Cambodian Dance by Denise Heywood Pdf

'Cambodian Dance' shows the links between the exquisite stone carvings of the 13th century Angkor temples and the living dance tradition. It includes in-depth interviews with dancers who survived the Khmer Rouge era to revive dance today.

Author : Stephanie Burridge,Fred Frumberg
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-29
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781000083835

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Beyond the Apsara by Stephanie Burridge,Fred Frumberg Pdf

This book celebrates and documents the resurgence of dance in Cambodia after the fall of the Khmer Rouge and the infamous Pol Pot regime. It honours the remarkable commitment of the few remaining masters of the art of dance who are reviving and preserving the famous classical dances, as well as the courage and resolution of young artists who are imaginatively pursuing their passion to forge new paths in contemporary dance. n 2003, Cambodian classical dance was awarded world heritage status by UNESCO – this confirmed the importance, and perhaps the burden, of the task of preservation. This volume includes contributions from the royal family, eminent writers and commentators and the dancers themselves. Monuments and reminders of the Killing Fields abound in the city of Phnom Penh. Nearly 2 million Cambodians, including many artists, perished during the killings or died of starvation and disease during the Khmer Rouge years. Today, the dancers, both young and old, move towards the future while respecting and honouring the past. This volume documents their journey.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : PediaPress
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Cambodia by Anonim Pdf

Author : Susan Needham,Karen Quintiliani
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 0738556238

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Cambodians in Long Beach by Susan Needham,Karen Quintiliani Pdf

A relatively new immigrant group in the United States, Cambodians arrived in large numbers only after the 1975 U.S. military withdrawal from Southeast Asia. The region's resulting volatility included Cambodia's overthrow by the brutal Khmer Rouge. The four-year reign of terror by these Communist extremists resulted in the deaths of an estimated two million Cambodians in what has become known as the "killing fields." Many early Cambodian evacuees settled in Long Beach, which today contains the largest concentration of Cambodians in the United States. Later arrivals, survivors of the Khmer Rouge trauma, were drawn to Long Beach by family and friends, jobs, the coastal climate, and access to the Port of Long Beach's Asian imports. Long Beach has since become the political, economic, and cultural center of activities influencing Cambodian culture in the diaspora as well as Cambodia itself.

Author : Hseham Amrahs
Publisher : Mahesh Dutt Sharma
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-31
Category : Travel
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Khmer Culture by Hseham Amrahs Pdf

Throughout the book, we will explore some of Cambodia's most iconic cultural sites, such as the Angkor Wat temple complex, the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. We will also take you off the beaten path, introducing you to some of Cambodia's lesser-known cultural treasures, such as the traditional Cambodian village of Kampong Khleang and the floating markets of Tonle Sap Lake. As we journey through Cambodia's cultural landscape, we will explore the country's rich history and traditions, from its ancient Khmer Empire to its modern-day revival of traditional arts and crafts. We will introduce you to Cambodia's diverse ethnic groups and explore the role of religion and spirituality in Cambodian culture, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and animism. In addition to exploring Cambodia's cultural heritage, we will also provide practical information about travel in Cambodia, including tips for navigating the country's complex visa requirements, transportation options, and accommodations. We will also provide recommendations for restaurants, shopping, and other cultural experiences that will help you make the most of your trip to Cambodia. We hope that this book will inspire you to explore the rich cultural heritage of Cambodia and to immerse yourself in the country's vibrant traditions and customs. We also hope that it will serve as a practical guide for those who are planning a trip to Cambodia, providing valuable information and insights into the country's cultural landscape.

Author : Carol A. Mortland
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781438466637

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Cambodian Buddhism in the United States by Carol A. Mortland Pdf

The first comprehensive anthropological description of the Khmer Buddhism practiced by Cambodian refugees in the United States over the past four decades. Cambodian Buddhism in the United States is the first comprehensive anthropological study of Khmer Buddhism as practiced by Khmer refugees in the United States. Based on research conducted at Khmer temples and sites throughout the country over a period of three and a half decades, Carol A. Mortland uses participant observation, open-ended interviews, life histories, and dialogues with Khmer monks and laypeople to explore the everyday practice of Khmer religion, including spirit beliefs and healing rituals. This ethnography is enriched and supplemented by the use of historical accounts, reports, memoirs, unpublished life histories, and family memorabilia painstakingly preserved by refugees. Mortland also traces the changes that Cambodians have made to religion as they struggle with the challenges of living in a new country, learning English, and supporting themselves. The beliefs and practices of Khmer Muslims and Khmer Christians in the United States are also reviewed.

Author : Caitlyn Miller,Barbara Cooke,Sean Sheehan
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781502622303

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Cambodia by Caitlyn Miller,Barbara Cooke,Sean Sheehan Pdf

Cambodia is a predominantly Buddhist country, with many of its customs and traditions tied to the religion and its beliefs. Readers will uncover the culture and customs of everyday life in Cambodia, and learn about the country’s tumultuous history from its time as a French colony to the communist rule of the Khmer Rouge to present day. Maps highlight the economic and cultural landmarks of Cambodia, and vibrant photographs take readers on a visual journey to this Asian nation.

Author : Amitav Ghosh
Publisher : Penguin Books India
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Burma
ISBN : 9780143068723

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Dancing In Cambodia & Other Essays by Amitav Ghosh Pdf

Author : Paul Cravath
Publisher : DatASIA, Incorporated
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : UOM:39015076135212

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Earth in Flower by Paul Cravath Pdf

Author : Sean Sheehan,Barbara Cooke
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761420711

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Cambodia by Sean Sheehan,Barbara Cooke Pdf

Cambodia is just emerging from 25 years of turmoil of the Vietnam War, then genocidal massacre that wiped out about a million Cambodians. The people have suffered unimaginable pain and hardship, and the coutry is one of the poorest in the world. However, their rich heritage has been preserved and so has the Cambodian spirit and its will to triumph. The nation is being reborn through the strength and determination of the people to repair their lives and their unique culture.

Author : Amitav Ghosh
Publisher : Orient Blackswan
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Angkor (Extinct city)
ISBN : 8175300175

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Dancing in Cambodia, at Large in Burma by Amitav Ghosh Pdf

The Entire Book Is A Masterpiece Of Travel And Interpretative Writing.

Author : Kathie Carpenter
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781978804845

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Life in a Cambodian Orphanage by Kathie Carpenter Pdf

History of orphanages in Cambodia -- Orphanage tourism and the anti-orphanage tourism campaign -- Methods -- The rhythms of daily life in the orphanage -- The orphanage remembered: milestones and experiences -- Reflecting back and looking ahead.