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Exploring the concept of restless spirits in Asian religions, the book delves into the metaphor of "hungry ghosts," symbolizing insatiable cravings. It connects this theme to the German band To Rococo Rot, who named their album "Music Is A Hungry Ghost," suggesting a deeper connection between music and the unfulfilled desires of these spirits. The narrative intertwines cultural insights with artistic expression, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of longing and the power of music.
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The Ear Is A Hungry Ghost, Duncan Marshall
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- 2019
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- Title
- The Ear Is A Hungry Ghost
- Subtitle
- Life, Listening and a Headful of Music
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Duncan Marshall
- Publisher
- Duncan Marshall
- Publisher
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 414
- ISBN13
- 9781913036973
- Category
- Music
- Description
- Exploring the concept of restless spirits in Asian religions, the book delves into the metaphor of "hungry ghosts," symbolizing insatiable cravings. It connects this theme to the German band To Rococo Rot, who named their album "Music Is A Hungry Ghost," suggesting a deeper connection between music and the unfulfilled desires of these spirits. The narrative intertwines cultural insights with artistic expression, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of longing and the power of music.