Dancing with the Dragon: A Study of Ritual and Inter-ethnic Community Relations
"An authorized republication by the author from the 1994 book: Origins & destinations: 41 essays on Chinese America / a joint project of Chinese Historical Society of Southern California and UCLA Asian American Studies Center." 1994. 8vo. Pages 189 - 205. Bibliography. Red printed wrappers in near fine condition (small crease to lower front corner). Item #20920
Discussion of the Bok Kai Festival held annually in Marysville and its role in promoting inter-ethnic relations. The Bok Kai parade's rich history is believed to have started as far back as the 1850s. Always held on the weekend closest to the second day of the second month of the Lunar calendar it is the longest continually held parade in California. The parade honors Bok Eye, the Chinese Water God, who protects Marysville from flooding.
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