A Simple Monk: Writings on His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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Tom Morgan
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Insightful perspectives on the Dalai Lama's life.
If you're drawn to figures who've impacted the world through peace and wisdom, "A Simple Monk" could resonate deeply with you. It's not just a biography; it's a collage of intimate essays and an interview that paints a multi-dimensional portrait of His Holiness. This could be particularly special if you appreciate seeing public figures through the eyes of those who've known them personally and those who've observed their influence from different cultural standpoints.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A Simple Monk: Writings on His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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Tom Morgan
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ISBN: 9781577311751
Authors:
Tom Morgan
Publisher: New World Library
Date of Publication: 2001-10-10
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.11
(rated by 61 readers)
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Lavish color photographs and wrap-around text celebrate the peripatetic spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Unidentified contributors present such perspectives as ocean of wisdom, the god in exile, and human rights and universal responsibility. There is no index or bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Insightful perspectives on the Dalai Lama's life.
If you're drawn to figures who've impacted the world through peace and wisdom, "A Simple Monk" could resonate deeply with you. It's not just a biography; it's a collage of intimate essays and an interview that paints a multi-dimensional portrait of His Holiness. This could be particularly special if you appreciate seeing public figures through the eyes of those who've known them personally and those who've observed their influence from different cultural standpoints.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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