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An Introduction to Hmong Culture - by Ya Po Cha (Paperback)

An Introduction to Hmong Culture - by  Ya Po Cha (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Presenting a holistic perspective of the Hmong way of life, this book touches on every aspect of the Hmong culture, including an overview of their history and traditions, relationships between Hmong parents and their children, the rites and traditions of Hmong wedding and funeral ceremonies, the celebration of the Hmong New Year, home restrictions and other superstitious taboos, arts and politics. The book features and explains many Hmong words, phrases and proverbs.<br> Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Presenting a holistic perspective of the Hmong way of life, this book touches on every aspect of the Hmong culture, including an overview of their history and traditions, relationships between Hmong parents and their children, the rites and traditions of Hmong wedding and funeral ceremonies, the celebration of the Hmong New Year, home restrictions and other superstitious taboos, arts and politics. The book features and explains many Hmong words, phrases and proverbs. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"this encyclopedic description of Hmong culture is refreshing. Highly recommended"--<i>Choice</i>.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Born in Laos, <b>Ya Po Cha</b> teaches Hmong language at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California.

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