Barbara Crossette
So Close to Heaven: the Vanishing Buddhist Kingdoms of the Himalayas
- ISBN 13:
- 9780679743637
- author:
- Barbara Crossette
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA INC International Concepts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 320
- Genre:
- Buddhism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A travelogue of the Himalayan region, exploring the world of Tantric Buddhism and its impact on the region's history. For over a thousand years, Tibet, Sikkim, Ladakh, and Bhutan were the sanctuaries of this ancient faith. However, in the last half of the 20th century, geopolitics has reshaped the landscape, leaving only the reclusive kingdom of Bhutan true to its Tantric roots. This book offers a unique insight into the region's transformation, as it emerges from the Middle Ages into the modern world. With its rich history and cultural significance, it is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in Buddhism and the history of the Himalayas. Published in 1996, the book provides a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the region's complex past and its relevance to the present day.
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