Beyond the Tiles: Making Connections Through Mahjong

The familiar clack of shuffling mahjong tiles resonates in Asian neighborhoods and has spread far beyond them worldwide. This Chinese tile game, adopted by various countries and ethnicities, boasts 144 tiles and diverse rules. Beyond its simplicity lies a tapestry of global history, family bonds forged, and cinematic appearances. Region-specific rules add a unique touch to each community's enjoyment. Mahjong is a social game of luck and strategy and transcends boundaries of geography, ethnicity, gender, culture, and generation. This video covers the history of mahjong, how the game came to the U.S., and how it acts as a unifying force among diverse groups today. Join the worldwide mahjong community and explore this captivating game!

The advisor for this video is Annelise Heinz, author of "Mahjong: A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture," Oxford University Press, 2021.
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For more information on Mahjong, please visit 1990 Institute's reference library: https://reflib.1990institute.org/2023/07/what-do-you-really-know-about-mahjong/

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