Autobiography of Palden Gyatso, a Tibetan monk who was imprisoned in 1959 when China overtook Tibet, discussing his treatment in prison, his release in 1992, and his escape across the Himalayas to India.
his act of truth as the solution for China, Tibet, and the world
Thurman, Robert A. F
2008
Explores the popularity of the Dalai Lama and how he is attempting to restore Tibetan cultural and religion while at the same time keeping Tibet as part of China.
Chronicles the life of Tenzin Gyatso, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, discussing his religious training, the impact political events had on his reign, his fight for Tibet's independence, and other related topics.
The story of the Dalai Lama who was forced into exile at the age of twenty-four, nine years after the Chinese invaded Tibet, and who became a spiritual leader known around the world as a promoter of nonviolence and human rights.
A caring scientist and four mountain-climbing explorers risked their lives to keep the Chang Tang chiru, a small, endangered, antelope-like animal, safe from poachers.
Describes the festivals of Tibet, showing how the celebrations, with their songs, foods, and activities, express the customs and beliefs of the people.
In this version of a tale with many Asian variations, a wise king, who rules a town full of foolish people in the mountains of Tibet, puts a donkey and a rock on trial to settle the dispute between two honest men.
