Author : Pi Bālakr̥ṣṇan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Martial arts
ISBN : UOM:39015041095863
Kalarippayattu
Pi Bālakr̥ṣṇan
Kalarippayattu
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Sport, Power, and Society
Robert E. Washington
Author : Robert E. Washington
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780429976841
Sport, Power, and Society by Robert E. Washington Pdf
This comprehensive collection examines the culture of sport and its relationship with various social institutions. The editors first provide a broad overview of the field and describe the ways in which the concept of sport as a meritocratic contest is undermined by the powerful social structures within which it is embedded. Sections focus on political economy, violence, the media, education, politics, fans and community, and the body. Primary readings from noted scholars in each section address current issues such as the presence of big-time sports in educational institutions; the effects of corporate media; race and class relations; professional athletes' ties to politics; and how sports alter perceptions and practices regarding beauty and health. In addition, entertaining and provocative essays from journalists supplement academic readings and spotlight key issues. Section introductions from the editors connect the readings to a theoretical framework that explores the perspectives of new institutionalism, cultural hegemony, social capital, and symbolic interaction and cultural construction. Providing a cohesive foundation for a wide range of readings, Sport, Power, and Society is a must-have resource for understanding the current issues and debates surrounding the interactions of sport and society.
Martial Arts as Embodied Knowledge
D. S. Farrer,John Whalen-Bridge
Author : D. S. Farrer,John Whalen-Bridge
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781438439686
Martial Arts as Embodied Knowledge by D. S. Farrer,John Whalen-Bridge Pdf
This landmark work provides a wide-ranging scholarly consideration of the traditional Asian martial arts. Most of the contributors to the volume are practitioners of the martial arts, and all are keenly aware that these traditions now exist in a transnational context. The book's cutting-edge research includes ethnography and approaches from film, literature, performance, and theater studies. Three central aspects emerge from this book: martial arts as embodied fantasy, as a culturally embedded form of self-cultivation, and as a continuous process of identity formation. Contributors explore several popular and highbrow cultural considerations, including the career of Bruce Lee, Chinese wuxia films, and Don DeLillo's novel Running Dog. Ethnographies explored describe how the social body trains in martial arts and how martial arts are constructed in transnational training. Ultimately, this academic study of martial arts offers a focal point for new understandings of cultural and social beliefs and of practice and agency.
Kalarippayattu
Sreedharan Chirakkal T Nair
Author : Sreedharan Chirakkal T Nair
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2023-11-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9357765867
Kalarippayattu by Sreedharan Chirakkal T Nair Pdf
In clear, easy-to-understand language, this book will tell you how to learn and practice payattu with or without weapons. Action photographs make poses and techniques easy to follow and traditional oral commands in Malayalam have been rendered into English.
The Way of the Warrior
Chris Crudelli
Author : Chris Crudelli
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2008-09-29
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780756651855
The Way of the Warrior by Chris Crudelli Pdf
Drawing on the vast body of styles practiced around the world, including ancient and obscure styles from every continent on the planet, The Way of the Warrior is an indispensable, one-stop reference work for anyone interested in the martial-arts canon.
Performance Cultures as Epistemic Cultures, Volume I
Erika Fischer-Lichte,Torsten Jost,Milos Kosic,Astrid Schenka
Author : Erika Fischer-Lichte,Torsten Jost,Milos Kosic,Astrid Schenka
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2023-04-07
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781000862331
Performance Cultures as Epistemic Cultures, Volume I by Erika Fischer-Lichte,Torsten Jost,Milos Kosic,Astrid Schenka Pdf
This volume investigates performances as situated "machineries of knowing" (Karin Knorr Cetina), exploring them as relational processes for, in and with which performers as well as spectators actively (re)generate diverse practices of knowing, knowledges and epistemologies. Performance cultures are distinct but interconnected environments of knowledge practice. Their characteristic features depend not least on historical as well as contemporary practices and processes of interweaving performance cultures. The book presents case studies from diverse locations around the globe, including Argentina, Canada, China, Greece, India, Poland, Singapore, and the United States. Authored by leading scholars in theater, performance and dance studies, its chapters probe not only what kinds of knowledges are (re)generated in performances, for example cultural, social, aesthetic and/or spiritual knowledges; the contributions investigate also how performers and spectators practice knowing (and not-knowing) in performances, paying particular attention to practices and processes of interweaving performance cultures and the ways in which they contribute to shaping performances as dynamic "machineries of knowing" today. Ideal for researchers, students and practitioners of theater, performance and dance, (Re)Generating Knowledges in Performance explores vital knowledge-serving functions of performance, investigating and emphasizing in particular the impact and potential of practices and processes of interweaving of performance cultures that enable performers and spectators to (re)generate crucial knowledges in increasingly diverse ways.
Shadows of the Prophet
Douglas S. Farrer
Author : Douglas S. Farrer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009-06-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781402093562
Shadows of the Prophet by Douglas S. Farrer Pdf
This is the first in-depth study of the Malay martial art, silat, and the first ethnographic account of the Haqqani Islamic Sufi Order. Drawing on 12 years of research and practice, the author provides a major contribution to the study of Malay culture.
Consuming Modernity
Carol Appadurai Breckenridge
Author : Carol Appadurai Breckenridge
Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0816623066
Consuming Modernity by Carol Appadurai Breckenridge Pdf
The book aims to illustrate that what is distinctive about any particular society is not the fact of its modernity, but rather its own unique debates about modernity. Behind the embattled arena of culture in India, for example, lie particular social and political interests such as the growing middle class, the entrepreneurs and commercial institutions, and the state. The contributors address the roles of these various intertwined interests in the making of India's public culture, each examining different sites of consumption. The sites which are explored include cinema, radio, cricket, restaurants and tourism. The book also makes distinct the differences among public, mass and popular culture.
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2015
Biju Mathew
Author : Biju Mathew
Publisher : Info Kerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9788192947020
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2015 by Biju Mathew Pdf
Kerala, perched on the Southern tip of Indian sub continent is an ever green tourist delight. Chosen by God as His own country, Kerala has everything that a tourist looks forward to. Virgin beaches, romantic backwaters, invigorating hill stations, enthralling waterfalls and great historical monuments craft Kerala one of the ten paradises in the world. With moderate climate and civilized people the state is immensely blessed by Mother Nature. If marriages are made in Heaven, what better place to have the ceremony than in God’s Own Country? Yes, Kerala is becoming one of the important Wedding Destinations in the world. As a wedding destination Kerala offers you many options as a beach wedding, a house boat wedding or a wedding by the hills. Along with, this historical land is fast becoming a popular MICE destination. Thanks to the numerous facilities available for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions. With the most sought after professionals and excellent network of hospitals India is becoming the very hot medical tourism destination in the world. It is the land of everlasting festivals and vibrant art forms. The multicultural land with peoples from diverse religions, communities and sects is an abode of prosperous legacy. The year-round festivals proffer golden opportunities to explore the tradition and cultural heritage of this great historical soil. The uniqueness of ayurveda brings the person to a new sphere of rejuvenation. The system is the consequence of vigorous contemplation and researches of great scholars. And, we are equipped for you with a prelude of God’s own country. We offer indispensable insights about wedding tourism, MICE tourism, medical tourism, pilgrimage tourism, monsoon tourism, plantation tourism, festivals, art forms, ayurveda and accommodation facilities along with the fascinating destinations under the fourteen districts.
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations
Biju Mathew
Author : Biju Mathew
Publisher : Biju Mathew | Info Kerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Kerala (India)
ISBN : 9788192128481
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations by Biju Mathew Pdf
Kerala, perched on the Southern tip of Indian sub continent is an ever green tourist delight. Chosen by God as His own country, Kerala has everything that a tourist looks forward to. Virgin beaches, romantic backwaters, invigorating hill stations, enthralling waterfalls and great historical monuments craft Kerala one of the ten paradises in the world. With moderate climate and civilized people the state is immensely blessed by Mother Nature. If marriages are made in Heaven, what better place to have the ceremony than in God’s Own Country? Yes, Kerala is becoming one of the important Wedding Destinations in the world. As a wedding destination Kerala offers you many options as a beach wedding, a house boat wedding or a wedding by the hills. Along with, this historical land is fast becoming a popular MICE destination. Thanks to the numerous facilities available for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions. With the most sought after professionals and excellent network of hospitals India is becoming the very hot medical tourism destination in the world. It is the land of everlasting festivals and vibrant art forms. The multicultural land with peoples from diverse religions, communities and sects is an abode of prosperous legacy. The year-round festivals proffer golden opportunities to explore the tradition and cultural heritage of this great historical soil. The uniqueness of ayurveda brings the person to a new sphere of rejuvenation. The system is the consequence of vigorous contemplation and researches of great scholars. And, we are equipped for you with a prelude of God’s own country. We offer indispensable insights about wedding tourism, MICE tourism, medical tourism, pilgrimage tourism, monsoon tourism, plantation tourism, festivals, art forms, ayurveda and accommodation facilities along with the fascinating destinations under the fourteen districts.
Martial and Healing Traditions of India
Michael DeMarco
Author : Michael DeMarco
Publisher : Via Media Publishing
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9798694263177
Martial and Healing Traditions of India by Michael DeMarco Pdf
During the more than two decades publishing the Journal of Asian Martial Arts, we were fortunate to have Dr. Phillip Zarrilli on our Editorial Board. Internationally known for training actors through an infusion of Asian martial arts and yoga elements, he was a devoted teacher and theatre director/ performer. When he went to India at age 29 to study Kathakali dance, he was sidetracked after becoming captivated by kalaripayattu — the Indian martial art he studied in Kerala State. He eventually became the leading Western scholar who focused on martial arts and healing practice in south India. Just as we are finishing the preparation of this special anthology for publication, we learn that Dr. Zarrilli passed away on March 9, 2020. This work contains four of Dr. Zarrilli’s articles previously published in our journal. These are highly significant for anyone interested in Indian martial traditions and are of great value for comparative studies with other Asian martial arts. Dr. Zarrilli’s material here focuses on the combat arts of kalaripayattu and varma ati, and associated healing arts that encompass massage and herbal modalities. Those familiar with Far Eastern martial arts will find Dr. Zarrilli’s thorough presentation of vital spots and energy channels congruent with the theory and practices of acupuncture and the knowledge of energy meridians. Dr. Sara Schneider shares her experience studying kalaripayattu in Kerala as an American single female in a foreign culture. Her observations as a scholar are insightful. Although not recorded in her writing, it would be equally insightful to obtain the views of how the native guru, his family and students perceived her presence as a foreign academic researcher and martial art practitioner. Two more chapters broaden the coverage. Khilton Nongmaithem and Dainis Jirgensons present the martial art of Thang-Ta (“sword-spear”) as practiced in the northeastern state of Manipur. Their work also hints at the great depth and breadth of Indian martial traditions. Music and dance are natural companions with martial traditions. By looking at these art forms, Dr. Bandana Mukhopadhyay’s chapter brings out some essential elements that accompany the culture of warfare in India. We hope you will enjoy reading this special anthology — dedicated to Dr. Phillip Zarrilli.
Spiritual Dimensions of the Martial Arts
Michael Maliszewski
Author : Michael Maliszewski
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781462904822
Spiritual Dimensions of the Martial Arts by Michael Maliszewski Pdf
Spiritual Dimensions of the Martial Arts is a study of the meditative and religious elements that form the core of the great martial arts traditions. Unsurpassed in scope and detail, this martial arts book covers the spiritual beliefs and the practices of the fighting arts of India, China, Korea, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Brazil, and the United States. Subjects discussed include: Bruce Lee's unique views on spirituality and meditation Rituals used to induce altered states of consciousness in Indonesian Pencak-Silat The unusual relationship of Korea's Hwarang warriors to Mahayana Buddhism The importance of Buddhist ritual in Muay Thai Spiritual practices in the Filipino martial arts The significance of Zen and esoteric Buddhism to the Samurai The relationship of Indian martial arts to Yoga The impact of Daoist concepts on the Chinese martial arts Psychological development and martial arts training
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2016
Biju Mathew
Author : Biju Mathew
Publisher : Info Kerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9788192947051
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2016 by Biju Mathew Pdf
Kerala, perched on the Southern tip of Indian sub continent is an ever green tourist delight. Chosen by God as His own country, Kerala has everything that a tourist looks forward to. Virgin beaches, romantic backwaters, invigorating hill stations, enthralling waterfalls and great historical monuments craft Kerala one of the ten paradises in the world. With moderate climate and civilized people the state is immensely blessed by Mother Nature. If marriages are made in Heaven, what better place to have the ceremony than in God’s Own Country? Yes, Kerala is becoming one of the important Wedding Destinations in the world. As a wedding destination Kerala offers you many options as a beach wedding, a house boat wedding or a wedding by the hills. Along with, this historical land is fast becoming a popular MICE destination. Thanks to the numerous facilities available for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions. With the most sought after professionals and excellent network of hospitals India is becoming the very hot medical tourism destination in the world. It is the land of everlasting festivals and vibrant art forms. The multicultural land with peoples from diverse religions, communities and sects is an abode of prosperous legacy. The year-round festivals proffer golden opportunities to explore the tradition and cultural heritage of this great historical soil. The uniqueness of ayurveda brings the person to a new sphere of rejuvenation. The system is the consequence of vigorous contemplation and researches of great scholars. And, we are equipped for you with a prelude of God’s own country. We offer indispensable insights about wedding tourism, MICE tourism, medical tourism, pilgrimage tourism, monsoon tourism, plantation tourism, festivals, art forms, ayurveda and accommodation facilities along with the fascinating destinations under the fourteen districts.
The Sentient Archive
Bill Bissell,Linda Caruso Haviland
Author : Bill Bissell,Linda Caruso Haviland
Publisher : Wesleyan University Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-26
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780819577764
The Sentient Archive by Bill Bissell,Linda Caruso Haviland Pdf
The Sentient Archive gathers the work of scholars and practitioners in dance, performance, science, and the visual arts. Its twenty-eight rich and challenging essays cross boundaries within and between disciplines, and illustrate how the body serves as a repository for knowledge. Contributors include Nancy Goldner, Marcia B. Siegel, Jenn Joy, Alain Platel, Catherine J. Stevens, Meg Stuart, André Lepecki, Ralph Lemon, and other notable scholars and artists. Hardcover is un-jacketed.
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2018
Infokerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Author : Infokerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Publisher : Info Kerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-31
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9788193456743
Kerala Tradition & Fascinating Destinations 2018 by Infokerala Communications Pvt Ltd Pdf
Kerala, perched on the Southern tip of Indian sub continent is an ever green tourist delight. Chosen by God as His own country, Kerala has everything that a tourist looks forward to. Virgin beaches, romantic backwaters, invigorating hill stations, enthralling waterfalls and great historical monuments craft Kerala one of the ten paradises in the world. With moderate climate and civilized people the state is immensely blessed by Mother Nature. If marriages are made in Heaven, what better place to have the ceremony than in God’s Own Country? Yes, Kerala is becoming one of the important Wedding Destinations in the world. As a wedding destination Kerala offers you many options as a beach wedding, a house boat wedding or a wedding by the hills. Along with, this historical land is fast becoming a popular MICE destination. Thanks to the numerous facilities available for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions. With the most sought after professionals and excellent network of hospitals India is becoming the very hot medical tourism destination in the world. It is the land of everlasting festivals and vibrant art forms. The multicultural land with peoples from diverse religions, communities and sects is an abode of prosperous legacy. The year-round festivals proffer golden opportunities to explore the tradition and cultural heritage of this great historical soil. The uniqueness of Ayurveda brings the person to a new sphere of rejuvenation. The system is the consequence of vigorous contemplation and researches of great scholars. And, we are equipped for you with a prelude of God’s own country. We offer indispensable insights about wedding tourism, MICE tourism, medical tourism, pilgrimage tourism, monsoon tourism, plantation tourism, festivals, art forms, Ayurveda and accommodation facilities along with the fascinating destinations under the fourteen districts.
