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Samye: A Pilgrimage to the Birthplace of Tibetan Buddhism

Door Mikel Dunham

Categorie
Geschiedenis Azië
Boeknummer
#367473-AE21
Titel
Samye: A Pilgrimage to the Birthplace of Tibetan Buddhism
Auteur
Dunham, Mikel
Boektype
Gebonden hardcover met stofomslag
Uitgeverij
San Diego, CA : Jodere Group
Jaar van uitgave
2004
ISBN10
1588720837
ISBN13
9781588720832
Taal
Engels
Beschrijving
Original cloth, gilt lettered spine, dust jacket, illustrated with numerous (full page) photographs in colour, oblong (circa 25x30cm).
Samenvatting
Nestled deep in the "Land of Snow" stands Samye, the monastery where Buddhism took root in Tibet. Stunning photography and compelling text transport readers to a sacred place where only a few pilgrims have set foot. That Samye still exists is nothing short of a miracle. Founded in the year 770, it has withstood several major fires; 1,200 years of the harsh Tibetan winter; and the devastating invasion of the Red Army. The invasion was almost the monastery's undoing as soldiers removed its magnificent golden roof, desecrated its frescos, burnt irreplaceable ancient texts, and expelled or killed the monks who called it "home." Join acclaimed artist and photographer, Mikel Dunham, as he explains Samye's remarkable history and current restoration effort with illuminating tex... (Lees verder)t and breath-taking photography. Most importantly, join in the hope that change may come soon to the Land of the Snow Lions.
Pagina's
244
Conditie
Goed
Prijs
€ 30,00

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