tibet (china)

Discusses the struggles of Tibetans to maintain their separate identity by resisting the forces of the People's Liberation Army of China sent by Mao Tse-tung first into western Tibet and the eastern province of Amdo in 1949, and then into the eastern province of Kham in 1950.

Born Tenzin Gyatso, he is the fourteenth man recognized by his people as Buddha's reincarnation and honored with the title he is known by worldwide - the Dalai Lama. Includes interviews with actor Richard Gere and the Dalai Lama himself.

Tells the life story of Tibetan nun Ani Pachan, discussing her idyllic childhood in Tibet, her role as a leader of the resistance after the Chinese invaded Tibet, her twenty-one-year imprisonment and torture by the Chinese, and the faith that sustained her until she was freed and finally realized her dream of meeting the Dalai Lama.

A photographic journey through Tibet, with a historical and political perspective on events in the country, an account of the Tibetan pro-independence movement, and a discussion of the role of photojournalism in affecting social change.

More than 150 color illustrations accompany cross-referenced, alphabetically arranged entries on the gods, goddesses, spirits, and demons that shape the myths, legends, and religions of India, Tibet, and Sri Lanka. Also includes several articles on related topics, a chronology, and deity family trees.

The Fourteenth Dalai Lama presents a general introduction to Buddhism, an overview of the theories and practices of Tibetan Buddhism, and a discussion of the altruistic attitude of the bodhisattva.

Photographs and personal writings profile the life of the fourteenth Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.

Documents the Dalai Lama's flight from Tibet to India in 1959, describing the violent uprising in Lhasa between Tibetan rebels and Chinese occupiers and the near-death incidents that the Buddhist spiritual leader endured.

A collection of essays that provide varying perspectives on issues facing Tibet, debating who should rule the country, if its cultural and ethnic diversity will survive Chinese rule, the benefits of Chinese central government, and major threats to the natural environment.

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.