WILEY

Publishers since 1807

Wiley - Publishers Since 1807

United States Change Location

cart.gif CART |  MY ACCOUNT |  CONTACT US |  HELP    
Cover image for product 0631225749
Tibetans
ISBN: 978-0-631-22574-4
Hardcover
384 pages
October 2006, Wiley-Blackwell
US $31.95 Add to Cart

This price is valid for United States. Change location to view local pricing and availability.

  • Description
  • Table of Contents
  • Author Information
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.