Questioning Rama's story has played a generative role in sustaining the Ramayana tradition over centuries; across regions; and among different communities. Although the story of Rama (Ramkatha) has generated many tellings; most people are familiar with a few authoritative texts; such as those by Valmiki; Tulsidas; or the television serial by Ramanand Sagar. This volume expands our understanding of Ramkatha by focusing on tellings that question aspects of such dominant texts.Through analysis of oral and written narratives; exegesis; plays; songs; rituals; and poetry; the contributors demonstrate the centrality of questioning within the Ramayana tradition and chart the many forms such interrogation takes. The book demonstrates how questioning safeguards the diversity and capaciousness of the Ramayana tradition.
#866482 in Books 1996-02-13 1996-02-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .99 x 6.00l; 1.18 #File Name: 0520205146385 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Yesterday's Relevance to TodayBy Glinda the Almost GoodThis is a powerful book; which shatters the illusion that pioneer Chinese didn't understand the American justice or court system. The book also does a good job of documenting the tax inequities that faced the Chinese until repeal of the Magnuson Act in the 60's. Taxation inequities are still with us- immigrants holding work or student visas pay disparate taxation rates; scheduled according to their country of origin. Immigrant exploitation is still prevalent. This book's themes still resonate today.
