| Author |
Hedin, Sven Anders, 1865-1952 |
| Title |
Transhimalaja: Löytöjä ja seikkailuja Tibetissä. 2 (of 2)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Transhimalaja: Löytöjä ja seikkailuja Tibetissä. 2" by Sven Anders Hedin is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book documents Hedin's adventures in Tibet, focusing on his explorations, encounters with local cultures, and interactions with significant figures like the Tashi lama. Through vivid descriptions and personal experiences, it provides insights into Tibet's rich spiritual and geographical landscape. At the start of the volume, Hedin recounts his arrival in the sacred city of Shigatse, accompanied by former guides and monks. He details his ascent to Tashi-lunpo Monastery, where he awaits an audience with the Tashi lama. The opening narrative paints a picture of the monastery's architectural beauty and the rituals surrounding Hedin's visit, which includes gift exchanges and conversations covering a range of topics from local customs to broader geopolitical issues. This introduction sets the stage for Hedin's continued exploration of Tibet, interweaving his personal journey with the cultural and religious significance of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Hedin, Sven Anders, 1865-1952 -- Travel -- China -- Tibet Autonomous Region
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50729 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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