Interview with John Carpenter: Big Trouble in Little China
We asked a few questions to the legendary American director John Carpenter about Big Trouble in Little China, the cult movie that takes place in … Read more
The Cham Dance: A Mystical Journey into Tibetan Buddhism’s Sacred Traditions
Exploring the History, Rituals, and Symbolism of Tibetan Buddhism’s Sacred Dance Tradition The Cham dance is a sacred dance tradition that originated within certain sects … Read more
Koro, shrinking genitals syndrome
Koro, known as a shrinking penis (or testicles, scrotum, or vulva in the case of a female patient), is a folk illness or culture-bound syndrome … Read more
Myths and Legends of China
This highly readable and well-illustrated compilation includes fascinating Chinese myths about gods, stars, water, fire, plus tales about the goddess of mercy, the guardian of … Read more
20+ fascinating images of Traditional Chinese Opera: The life of the last Chinese Folk Troupe
Traditional Chinese Opera Images Today, most of the remaining grassroots folk performers live a simple life. They built their rudimentary stages and they tour throughout … Read more
Demons, Monsters, and Ghosts of the Chinese Folklore
Chinese folklore: monsters, ghosts and demons of the traditional Chinese culture Creatures of Chinese folklore. The five- thousand-year Chinese culture, over the centuries, has produced … Read more
Chinese Black Magic, The Ancient Tradition of Magic in China
Chinese Black Magic, The ancient practice of magic in China: venom-based poison. The Magic of Gu or Jincan In Chinese folklore, especially in the South, … Read more