The Funeral Casino

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Focusing on Thailand's pro-democracy movement, the narrative explores the intersection of mass-mediated violence and cultural practices. Alan Klima presents a unique ethnographic approach by examining funeral gambling and the Buddhist contemplation of death, providing insights into how these elements reflect societal responses to trauma and conflict. The book challenges conventional understandings of violence, emphasizing the significance of rituals and beliefs in shaping collective memory and identity in a global context.