Johnson, Eugene H
Tibetan Memories: Stories from Exile and Dreams Deferred
- ISBN 13:
- 9781960521064
- author:
- Johnson, Eugene H
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- George F Thompson Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 31.2 x 29.7 x 2.3 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Photography, Photojournalism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Tibetan Memories: Stories from Exile and Dreams Deferred by E. Harper Johnson is a poignant and powerful exploration of the human experience of displacement and resilience. This book presents the stories and compelling images of ordinary Tibetan individuals in exile, offering a unique and intimate perspective on the challenges they face. Dr. Johnson and his wife traveled throughout Ladakh, visiting villages and talking with dozens of people, to capture the stories and portraits of these remarkable individuals. Their photographs and stories reveal the gravity of the situation, yet also the remarkable resilience, wisdom, and hope of the Tibetan refugees. Through their work, Dr. Johnson sheds light on the complex and often heartbreaking situation of the Tibetan people, who have been forcibly displaced from their homeland. This book is a timely and important contribution to our understanding of this issue, and a testament to the enduring human spirit.