Book released
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, August 12 2023:
A book entitled "Life of common folk in old Mao society" written by Henry K Heni, retired IAS was released by N Kayisii, MLA of 49-Tadubi AC .
The book talks about the old history, traditions and ways of life of the Mao Naga community that have been passed down over the ages through folklore, memories and folk songs as well as in the day to day practices of living.
The book has been put together through discussions, conversations and the interpretation of folklore as well as folksongs with elders from the Mao society.
Giving brief note of the Book, author Henry K Heni stated that there are two parts in the book.
The first part is about short genealogical charts of the Mao community and about early life history at Makhel, migration and settlement while the second part is about how people dwell in their own villages and social practices.