The ritual art of Teyyam and Bhūtārādhane: Theatrical performance with spirit mediumship

This book on the ritual art of Teyyan and Butaradhane as noticed among some ethnic groups of Kerela and Karnataka brings into focus metaphysical happenings in the life of the people and its reflection in folk tradition. Teyyan is enacted to gain redressal from the spirit The author has tried to describe the performances, in which the performer gets engrossed, totally transformed and transcented to the world of unseen forces of nature, impersonating the Gods by way of theatrical arts and exhibiting his so called divine poweer by uncanny behaviour. The art of ritual paintings, crafts and practices relating to the preparation of thre head gears and the performing arts are well covered in the book. It is complete with annotated glossary of local terms and profuse authentic illustrations.