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Island of Bali

by Miguel Covarrubias, Adrian Vickers
Island of Bali
Island of Bali

Quintessential guide to Balinese life and culture.

If you're mesmerized by the richness of cultural tapestries, "Island of Bali" is like a time capsule that lets you sink into the heart of Balinese life as it was in the 1930s. Covarrubias isn't just an observer; he's an artist and anthropologist who translates the vibrancy of Bali onto the page with the mastery of someone truly enchanted by his subject. His three-year plunge into the island's daily existence, rituals, and arts isn't just informative—it's a lyrical journey that has stood the test of time. Whether you're an 'Eat, Pray, Love' aficionado or a dedicated student of anthropology, this book has a kind of magic that remains relevant today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Island of Bali

by Miguel Covarrubias, Adrian Vickers
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ISBN: 9780794605629
Authors: Miguel Covarrubias, Adrian Vickers
Publisher: Periplus Editions
Date of Publication: 2008-09-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art, History, Travel
Related Topics: Art History, Asia, History, Travelogue, Anthropology
Goodreads rating: 4.16
(rated by 156 readers)

Description

Island of Bali is now available with a foreword by Professor Adrian Vickers which puts the book into context for a modern audience. First published in 1937, Island of Bali is still regarded by many as the most authoritative text on Bali and its fascinating people. Included is a wealth of information on the daily life, art, customs and religion of this magical "Island of the Gods." In the author's own words it presents a "bird's-eye view of Balinese life and culture." Miguel Covarrubias, the author, was a noted painter and caricaturist as well as a student of anthropology. He lived in Bali for a total of three years in the early 1930s, and today his account is as fresh and insightful as it was when it was originally published. Introducing the island with a survey of its history, geography and social structure, Covarrubias goes on to present a captivating picture of Balinese art, music and drama. Religion, witchcraft, death and cremation are also covered. Island of Bali will appeal to anyone with interest in this unique island, from general Eat, Pray, Love readers to serious anthropologists alike. Complementing the text are 90 drawings by Covarrubias and countless others by Balinese artists. Also included are 114 half-tone photographs, and five full-color paintings by the author.
 

Quintessential guide to Balinese life and culture.

If you're mesmerized by the richness of cultural tapestries, "Island of Bali" is like a time capsule that lets you sink into the heart of Balinese life as it was in the 1930s. Covarrubias isn't just an observer; he's an artist and anthropologist who translates the vibrancy of Bali onto the page with the mastery of someone truly enchanted by his subject. His three-year plunge into the island's daily existence, rituals, and arts isn't just informative—it's a lyrical journey that has stood the test of time. Whether you're an 'Eat, Pray, Love' aficionado or a dedicated student of anthropology, this book has a kind of magic that remains relevant today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.