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Word, Sound, Image: The Life of the Tamil Text (With CD) (Explorations in Anthropology)

SKU: 9781859730089

2,476.82

Dive into the dynamic world of Tamil texts and India’s rich oral traditions. Saskia Kersenboom’s groundbreaking study contrasts the performed, living nature of South Indian textual heritage with static Western literacy. Uncover how Indian culture breathes life into words, sound, and image through vibrant performing arts, offering a radical perspective on textuality. Essential for scholars, students of anthropology, cultural studies, and anyone fascinated by the evolution of communication and Indian heritage. Explore a unique ethnography that redefines our understanding of literacy and tradition in India.

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