About the Author
Ram Dayal Rakesh
ISBN 9788193936702
Rs. 640
Adhyayan Publishers
Folk Culture of Nepal
Who it's for: scholars and readers interested in Nepalese cultural heritage
"Folk Culture of Nepal: An Analytical Study" offers an in-depth exploration of Nepal's vibrant cultural heritage, focusing on the creative life and oral traditions of its diverse communities. Author Ram Dayal Rakesh provides a detailed account of Nepalese myths, legends, folk arts, and traditional practices, drawing from both the hill areas and the plains. This work is a significant treatise for scholars interested in the intricate cultural fabric of Nepal.Why You Should Read? Provides a comprehensive, first-hand analysis of Nepalese folk culture and oral traditions. Examines specific cultural mechanisms and diversity within communities like the Gurungs, Maithilis, and Tharus. Explores various facets of folk life, including myths, legends, traditional games, riddles, proverbs, and folk arts. Combines the author's literary insight with a keen understanding of popular and folk culture in Nepal.
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- First-hand analysis of Nepalese folk culture and oral traditions
- Examines cultural diversity among Gurungs, Maithilis, and Tharus
- Covers myths, legends, traditional games, riddles, proverbs, and folk arts
- Draws from both hill areas and plains of Nepal
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What does this book cover?
It provides an in-depth exploration of Nepal's folk culture, including myths, legends, folk arts, and traditional practices from both hill and plains communities.
Which communities are discussed?
The book examines cultural diversity within communities such as the Gurungs, Maithilis, and Tharus.
Is this book suitable for general readers?
It is a significant treatise aimed at scholars, but general readers with an interest in Nepalese culture may also find it valuable.
What is the author's background?
The author, Ram Dayal Rakesh, combines literary insight with a keen understanding of popular and folk culture in Nepal.