Author	Clarke, Samuel R., author
Title	Among the Tribes in South-West China / Samuel R. Clarke
Imprint	London : China Inland Mission, 1911
Connect to	https://digiverse.chula.ac.th/Info/item/dc:94262
Descript	xv, 315 pages (Parallel pages) : illustrations, maps

Describes the province of Kweichow. Reviews the history of the Chinese, the Miao and the non-Chinese Keh-lao. Explains the origin of the various names of the Miao, describes Miao languages and dialects, and comments on their moral, condition. Relates Miao legends and discusses the tribe's religious beliefs and customs. Discusses origin and customs of the Shan and Lolo tribes. Deals with Protestant missionary work among the non-Chinese races, covering commencement of work among the Miao and the mass Christian movement among the Flowery Miao. Relates experiences of various missionaries among the Miao, citing numbers of converts and enumerating problems encountered. [TAIC]

The province and its peoples -- The languages and customs of the Miao -- Miao legends -- Miao religious beliefs and practices -- The Chung-chia or Shan tribes -- The Lo-lo or No-su -- Fire and sword at Panghai -- A Mass movement among the flowery Miao -- A Spiritual harvest -- A Great work of grace -- Fields white unto harvest

1. ethnic groups
2. religion
3. crime
4. recreation
5. agriculture
6. women
7. social patterns
8. customs
9. hill tribes
10. North Thailand
11. China
12. Thailand

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