Deep in the mountains, Tongbao

Author: Zheng Zhengqiang
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: "What kind of people are the Tunpu people? What is the significance of their earth opera? These are the main contents introduced in this book. Simply put: 'Tunpu people' are the descendants of Han Chinese immigrants who moved to Central Guizhou from the Jianghuai region during the middle period of the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty due to specific historical reasons. After more than 600 years, these people still maintain the clothing of the Ming Dynasty and the ancient customs of Jianghuai, forming a striking contrast with the local indigenous ethnic groups such as the Miao, Bouyei, and Gelao. 'Earth opera' is a ritual and entertainment activity they brought from their homeland in Jianghuai and preserved, which is considered the 'living fossil' of Chinese theater.