num_pages: 208
description: Tang-Ki worship is the oldest religion of the Chinese people yet contemporary in its pratices. Little academic documentation has been written about Tang-Ki rituals, which use self-multilation and theatrical performances to temporary encompasses the body of gods. Chan's book not only includes thorough research written in a lyrical way, but full color photos of worshippers in practice. Provocative and theatrical, this book is only for the strong-willed and curious.
language: English
title: Ritual Is Theatre, Theatre Is Ritual; Tang Ki: Chinese Spirit Medium Worship
titlecomplete: Ritual Is Theatre, Theatre Is Ritual; Tang Ki: Chinese Spirit Medium Worship
ratings_count: 1
publisher: Singapore Management University and SNP Reference