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Mask: The Other Face

by A P Nandan, Anshu Prokash Nandan, Bharati Debi

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Masks have been used since ancient times for religious, cultural and entertainment purposes. An essential element in many rituals and festivals, the mask extends its power and mystery for the wearer as well as the audience.

This interesting book brings together the various types of masks used in the different states of India. Complemented with colourful illustrations, it presents the art of making, wearing and acting a mask as can be seen in the rituals and ceremonies of various communities in India.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Anshu Prokash Nandan

Anshu Prokash Nandan is one of the senior scientific staff members in the Anthropological Survey of India. He is mostly associated with tribal studies having travelled extensively and carried on intensive field investigation in the tribal pockets of Bastar in Madhya Pradesh, Koraput in Orissa and Ranchi in Bihar. His valuable studies have come out in various reputed scientific journals and edited books.