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Sunday, August 21, 2005

Changing times defang snake charmers

Snake charming might be a stereotype of India, but the profession is dying. Capturing snakes is illegal. Seeing a snake dance has also lost much of its allure in fast-paced Indian cities.

"The next generation won't even know that something like this existed in the world," said Nath, 26, whose three children are afraid of snakes. "It's sad."
Prof. Hex at 9:05 AM
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