A Brief Fantasy History of a Himalayan: Autobiographical Reflections Norbu Thinley
A Brief Fantasy History of a Himalayan: Autobiographical Reflections Norbu Thinley Personal reminiscences of an esteemed Tibetan Buddhist master, ranging from touching memoir to humorous…
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A Brief Fantasy History of a Himalayan: Autobiographical Reflections Norbu Thinley
Personal reminiscences of an esteemed Tibetan Buddhist master, ranging from touching memoir to humorous storytelling, from sharp cultural commentary to deeply felt verse--illustrated with rare photos in full color.Illustrated with color photos published for the first time, this collage of reminiscences affords a rare glimpse into the life of an esteemed Tibetan Buddhist teacher. Thinley Norbu Rinpoche's storytelling alternates earthy humor with poetic sensitivity and tender sensuality. The author sets a magical mood as he describes his early years in "Snowland" (Tibet) as one of seven children of a renowned Nyingma master.
More than just an autobiography, Describing his travels in Asia, Europe, and America, he presents thumbnail sketches of people and places, as well as sharp-sighted commentary on Western cultural trends and Dharma students' positive and negative qualities.