Tangshan Shadow Puppet Art and Its Historical and Cultural Research

Author: Zhang Moya, Li Yanbin
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: The folk art of Hebei Province has a long history and is rich in content, with distinct local characteristics and profound cultural traditions. Outstanding folk art creations have been passed down through generations, continuously evolving while meeting people's practical needs. At the same time, they carry invaluable humanistic spirit, providing traditional aesthetic education. This book introduces Tangshan shadow puppetry art and its historical and cultural research, meticulously crafted by Mr. Moya out of his deep love for the art over decades. It comprehensively covers the evolution, formation, and development of Tangshan shadow puppetry art, exploring in-depth historical legends, evolutionary changes, related folk customs, performance forms, script and vocal styles, manipulation and performance techniques, shadow puppet design and carving craftsmanship, as well as the exchange between Tangshan shadow puppetry art and world culture from the perspectives of cultural history, folk studies, and more.
Mr. Moya grew up by the Luan River and has long been deeply attached to the shadow puppetry art nurtured by the river. He has dedicated himself to the study of shadow puppetry art for many years, gaining an in-depth understanding of its history and offering unique theoretical insights. Despite being past his sixties, he continues to immerse himself in research and writing. This book is a product of Mr. Moya's lifelong dedication and passion for shadow puppetry art. It comprehensively introduces the evolution, formation, and development of Tangshan shadow puppetry art, exploring in-depth historical legends, evolutionary changes, related folk customs, performance forms, script and vocal styles, manipulation and performance techniques, shadow puppet design and carving craftsmanship, as well as the exchange between Tangshan shadow puppetry art and world culture from the perspectives of cultural history, folk studies, and more.
From the discovery of light and shadow in ancient times to the worship of totems; from primitive art forms such as rock paintings, painted pottery, and brick carvings to the early stages of shadow puppetry art, the book systematically presents a magnificent of the birth and development of shadow puppetry art, offering an encyclopedic compilation of this art form and reflecting the rich historical and cultural heritage of Tangshan.