Hilton, I.
The Search for the Panchen Lama
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393321678
- author:
- Hilton, I.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W W Norton & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 140mm X 211mm
- Genre:
- Works by individual poets: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Search for the Panchen Lama by Isabel Hilton is a gripping account of the 1995 disappearance of a seven-year-old Tibetan boy and his family, who were taken by Chinese security forces. The boy's devotees believe him to be the eleventh incarnation of the Panchen Lama, a pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhist hierarchy. Isabel Hilton's book reveals the complex web of intrigue surrounding the search for the new Panchen Lama, exposing the intricate politics and cultural nuances that shaped this pivotal moment in Tibet's history. A well-researched and engaging narrative, The Search for the Panchen Lama offers a compelling exploration of Tibetan culture and its relationship with China. With meticulous scholarship and personal insight, Hilton sheds light on the events that unfolded during this tumultuous period, resulting in a riveting and thought-provoking read.
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