dalai lama xiv

A collection of quotations on a variety of topics from the Dalai Lama.

An introduction to the life of the Dalai Lama, the leader of Tibet, who has lived in exile since the country was taken over by China.

An illustrated biography of the Dalai Lama, explaining how he was discovered as a child, his training in Buddhism, the Tibetan language, astronomy, and other topics, his flight from Chinese invaders, and his government-in-exile in India.

A discussion of how the Dalai Lama draws on his personal compassion to connect with others shares insight into his human frustrations and joyful approach to the world, and describes his peace-promoting encounters with people ranging from a sick child to world leaders.

Presents excerpts and findings from the Mind and Life dialogue held in March 2000 between Buddhist leader the Dalai Lama and a small group of world-class scientists and philosophers in which they discussed the nature of destructive emotions, and the possibility for overcoming them.

Chronicles the childhood of the fourteenth Dalai Lama, and explores Tibet.

Examines the life of Tibetan and Buddhist leader the Dalai Lama, discussing his childhood, his education, his exile to India after the Chinese invasion of Tibet, and his work to help Tibet regain its independence.

Journalist Thomas Laird offers insight into the life and teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, sharing his interviews with the Dalai Lama and what he learned about the history of Tibet.

"Focuses on six of the most inspiring and courageous men and women who have worked to pioneer peaceful solutions to violent conflicts throughout history"--Back cover.

A biography of the current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, discussing the spiritual and political life of this Buddhist leader.