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Author |
: |
Publisher |
: Inner Traditions |
Total Pages |
: 144 |
Release |
: 1995-09-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 089281540X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780892815401 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (0X Downloads) |
Synopsis Power Places of Kathmandu by :
Award-winning photographer Kevin Bubriski captures in stunning detail the sacred places of Nepal's Kathmandu Valley. Noted scholar Keith Dowman provides history and commentary on the significance of the sites.
Author |
: Keith Dowman |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 110 |
Release |
: 2007 |
ISBN-10 |
: UVA:X030517531 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Buddhist Guide to the Power Places of the Kathmandu Valley by : Keith Dowman
With reference to Kathmandu Valley in Nepal; includes traveler information.
Author |
: Keith Dowman |
Publisher |
: HarperThorsons |
Total Pages |
: 360 |
Release |
: 1997 |
ISBN-10 |
: UVA:X006057900 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (00 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Sacred Life of Tibet by : Keith Dowman
Provides excellent insight into both ancient and modern Tibet.
Author |
: Samrat Upadhyay |
Publisher |
: HMH |
Total Pages |
: 207 |
Release |
: 2014-09-23 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780547526218 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0547526210 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (18 Downloads) |
Synopsis Arresting God in Kathmandu by : Samrat Upadhyay
From “a major new talent” come short stories set in modern Nepal, about arranged marriages, forbidden desires, and the universal yearning for human connection (Amitav Ghosh). Set in a city where gods are omnipresent, privacy is elusive, and family defines identity, these are stories of men and women caught between their own needs and the demands of their society and culture. Psychologically rich and astonishingly acute, with “a masterful narrative style” (Ian MacMillan), Arresting God in Kathmandu introduces a potent new voice in contemporary fiction. “Upadhyay brings to readers the flavor of Nepal and its culture in this impressive collection of nine short stories. Like Ha Jin’s Bridegroom, Upadhyay’s stories portray the lives of simple yet psychologically complex characters and reveal much about the universal human condition in us all. . . . Upadhyay’s stories leave the reader with much food for thought and will make a good choice for book discussion groups.” —Library Journal
Author |
: Lonchen Rabjam |
Publisher |
: Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages |
: 338 |
Release |
: 2012-06-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780861717255 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0861717252 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Synopsis Natural Perfection by : Lonchen Rabjam
Dzogchen, or the "Great Perfection," is considered by many to be the apex of Tibetan Buddhism, and Longchen Rabjam is the most celebrated of all the saints of this remarkable tradition. Natural Perfection presents the radical precepts of Dzogchen, pointing the way to absolute liberation from conceptual fetters and leading the practitioner to a state of pure, natural integration into one's true being. Transcending the Tibetan context or even the confines of Buddhist tradition, Longchen Rabjam delivers a manual full of practical wisdom. Natural Perfection is a shining example of why people have continued to turn to the traditions of Tibet for spiritual and personal transformation and realization. Keith Dowman's illuminating translation of this remarkable work of wisdom provides clear accessibility to the profound path of Dzogchen in the here-and-now.
Author |
: Karen Tate |
Publisher |
: CCC Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 425 |
Release |
: 2005-11-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781888729344 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1888729341 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (44 Downloads) |
Synopsis Sacred Places of Goddess by : Karen Tate
Uncovering the past through the lens of sacred travel, this travel book includes both academic and popular religious perspectives, and is filled with photographs of both famous and lesser-known locales from every corner of the world. Each site-specific explanation of the significance of Goddess today and in centuries past deftly combines current trends, academic theories, and historical insights. From the Middle East, to Europe, Africa, and the Americas, the images of feminine divinity presented in this work are as uniform in their beauty as they are diverse in cultural tradition. For each location-be it the shrines in Kyoto and Kamakura or the sites worshipping the Virgin Mary in Bolivia, France, Trinidad, and the Saut D'Eau Waterfalls of Haiti-this book provides a history of each site in conjunction with the photography.
Author |
: Mark Liechty |
Publisher |
: University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages |
: 402 |
Release |
: 2017-02-21 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780226428949 |
ISBN-13 |
: 022642894X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Synopsis Far Out by : Mark Liechty
Far Out charts the history of Western countercultural longing for Nepal that made the country, and Kathmandu in particular, a premier tourist destination in the twentieth century. Anthropologist and historian Mark Liechty describes three distinct phases: the immediate post-war era when the country provided a Raj-like throwback experience for rich foreigners (mainly Americans), Nepal s emergence as the most exotic outpost of hippie counterculture in the 1960s and early 70s, and, finally, the Nepali state s rebranding of itself as an adventure destination from the 1970s on. Liechty is attuned to how the dynamics of mid-twentieth century globalizationthe Cold War and shifting international relations, modernization and development ideologies, the rise of consumerist middle classes, increased mobility and the birth of mass tourism, and emerging global youth counterculturesdrew Nepal into the web of geopolitical, economic, and sociocultural transformations that shaped the modern world. But Liechty doesn t want to tell the story of tourism as something that just happened to Nepalis. He shows how Western projections of Nepal as an isolated place inspired creative Nepali enterprises and paradoxically gave locals the opportunity to participate in the highly coveted global economy. The result is a readable cultural history of a place that has been in many ways defined by a (sometimes bizarre) cultural encounter. The author s lifelong interest in Nepal and his almost twenty-five years of research make his account both sophisticated and empathicbut not without a touch of humor."
Author |
: Nyanang Bhusepa Rinchen DHARLO |
Publisher |
: Library of Tibetan Works and Archives |
Total Pages |
: 182 |
Release |
: 2020-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9789387023963 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9387023966 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (63 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Buddhist Holy Sites of Nepal by : Nyanang Bhusepa Rinchen DHARLO
This guidebook highlights multiple stupas, temples and other Buddhist holy sites spread throughout Nepal as told in Sutras and Tantras. I am impressed that a detailed explanation of these holy sites, their principal deities, and historical significance are clearly presented in this work. In particular, this book describes in detail three major Stupas and centuries old historical accounts of the Tibetan Lamas who restored and instilled the gilded copper ornamentation of these hallowed sites. Information otherwise not widely known is also covered in this book such as the fact that the great 5th Dalai Lama granted a stipend for a Stupa caretaker, as well as the fact that the great 13th and 14th Dalai Lamas made contributions towards the major restorations of the revered Swayambunath and Boudhnath Stupas. In addition, there is a particularly well researched section on the temple built by Lichavi King Shiva Deva, the grandfather of Princess Bhrikurti, the Nepalese wife of King Songtsen Gampo. It includes the related history of the arrival of Bhrikuti's father King Udaya Deva to Lhasa for sanctuary and her brother, Narendra Deva's successful return to Nepal, fully supported and led by King Songtsen Gampo and his soldiers. I highly recommend this book, "The Marvelous Music of Narratives.” It is worth reading and indeed is a required companion for all pilgrims, especially those new visitors looking for fuller experience of these sites. Lobsang Shastri, Senior Librarian of Buddhist Digital Resource Center and teacher of Tibetan language in the South Asian Studies Department, Harvard University
Author |
: James McConnachie |
Publisher |
: Rough Guides UK |
Total Pages |
: 459 |
Release |
: 2012-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781405390026 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1405390026 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (26 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Rough Guide to Nepal by : James McConnachie
The Rough Guide to Nepal offers an insider's guide to Nepal, from its 'Tantric' temples to its lively bars. It details all the finest Himalayan treks, with practical, up-to-date and expert advice on where to go when and what to take. It covers all the National Parks, offering advice and information on everything from tracking wildlife to hiring elephants. Dedicated chapters are devoted to mountain biking, white water rafting and other adventure sports, and there is unrivaled detail on Buddhism, Hinduism and the numerous ethnic groups that make Nepal a unique destination. The Rough Guide to Nepal also contains scores of detailed maps, covering everything from Pokhara and the Chitwan National Park to the Everest Base Camp trek. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Nepal.
Author |
: Laura Amazzone |
Publisher |
: University Press of America |
Total Pages |
: 276 |
Release |
: 2010 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780761853138 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0761853138 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (38 Downloads) |
Synopsis Goddess Durga and Sacred Female Power by : Laura Amazzone
"Amazzone's voice is strong and clear. Goddess Durga promises the transformation, empowerment, and dignity that is our birthright."--Marisa Tomei, Academy Award-winning actor.