What secrets lie in the masks and sculptures of the Mah Meri, an Orang Asli group living on Selangor’s Carey Island? In Peter Crowe’s book, 'Spirit Carvings Of The Mah Meri Of Malaysia', the author delves into the history, culture and beliefs of the native ethnic group, and reveals the mysteries behind their spirit masks and woodcarvings. Features Central Exclusive also speaks to Mah Meri carvers Gali Anak Adam and Kemi Anak Khamis about their rituals, taboos and dream visions. Read more here http://bit.ly/2gc6z0z ABOUT THE MAH MERI: The Mah Meri is one of 18 Orang Asli groups native to west Malaysia. Most of the Mah Meri communities live along the southern coast of Selangor, from Sungai Pelek up to Pulau Carey. According to a government census from the Orang Asli office, the Mah Meri numbered around 2,200 in 2005. The ethnic language is called Besisi and there are an estimated 3,000 people who still speak the language.
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