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The Tibetans

The Tibetans

Kapstein

Hardcover

Series: Peoples of Asia, Book 12

Chinese History

ISBN10: 0631225749
ISBN13: 9780631225744
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: Oct 1 2006
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.50
Height: 1.00 Width: 5.80 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
This book provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to Tibet, its culture and history.
  • A clear and comprehensive overview of Tibet, its culture and history.
  • Responds to current interest in Tibet due to continuing publicity about Chinese rule and growing interest in Tibetan Buddhism.
  • Explains recent events within the context of Tibetan history.
  • Situates Tibet in relation to other Asian civilizations through the ages.
  • Draws on the most recent scholarly and archaeological research.
  • Introduces Tibetan culture - particularly social institutions, religious and political traditions, the arts and medical lore.
  • An epilogue considers the fragile position of Tibetan civilization in the modern world.

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