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História do Tibete, Conversas com o Dalai Lama
The Story of Tibet is a work of monumental importance and a crucial addition to our understanding of a country with one of the world's richest backgrounds. Over the course of three years, journalist Thomas Laird spent more than sixty hours with His Holiness the Dalai Lama in candid, one-on-one interviews addressing His Holiness's beliefs on history, science, reincarnation, and his lifelong study of Buddhism. Laird brings his meetings with His Holiness to life in a rich, historical narrative that outlines the essence of thousands of years of civilization, myth, and spirituality. Traveling across great distances to offer vivid descriptions of Tibet's monasteries, Laird explores with His Holiness Tibet's relations with the Mongols, the Golden Age under the Great Fifth Dalai Lama, Tibet's years under Manchu overlords, the four decades of modern independence in the first half of the twentieth century, and the Dalai Lama's personal meetings with Mao Tse-Tung just before His Holiness fled into exile in 1959.
With so much of Tibetan identity based on oral history, The Story of Tibet is His Holiness's personal look at his country's past, and also a summation of a life's work as the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people.
With so much of Tibetan identity based on oral history, The Story of Tibet is His Holiness's personal look at his country's past, and also a summation of a life's work as the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people.
468 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2006
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Thomas Laird
6 books4 followersAmerican photographer, writer and artist Thomas Laird has explored the art, culture, and history of the Himalayas since 1972. Based in Nepal for three decades, his reporting and photography have been published globally by TIME, Geo, Newsweek, Le Figaro, National Geographic, and many others. His non-fiction books include a history of Tibet written with the Dalai Lama, translated into 14 languages. Since 2008, he has worked to create the world’s first life-size images of enormous Tibetan wall murals. Fine art prints of these works have been the focus of several exhibitions and are held in both public and private collections.
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May 20, 2011
This was an excellent Tibetan historical perspective that really made me understand that the Chinese have only really dominated the geographical landscape called China in the last 100 years. It was previously dominated by Mongolians, Manchurians and partially by Tibetans. China is a recent cultural phenomena compared to the antiquity of the Tibetan culture. The blend of the durrent Dalai Lama's historical perspective passed on to him from the Tibetan lamas who were his teachers and told to the correspondent Thomas Laird was an excellent easily readable way of enjoying this history that was geographical, cultural, spiritual and political all at the same time. Read it
January 31, 2016
I love this book. I read this twice and it still captivated me throughout . It is filled with humor as well as history . This is one of my all time favorite .
December 25, 2019
It may be lengthy, but I greatly enjoyed this book.
June 23, 2013
At a very young age, he had to make decisions that his experience and education did not prepare him for. Tibet's history, culture and geography and the disposition of China's rulers assured that none of the options would have a good result. Through the years, the Dalai Lama has acquired wisdom and grace.
Laird reports the story of Tibet as seen through its spiritual leader. The circumstances of history have left Tibet standing alone, unable to defend itself from neither battle with nor assimilation from its large and influential neighbor. Laird and the Lama take us through pre-history, the Mongol incursions, the development of monestaries, the flight of the Dalai Lama and the sacking of the monestaries in the Cultural Revolution to the current stage of Chinese settlement.
As expected, the book is at its best in the era of the 14th Dalai Lama, since so much detail can be provided. I presume the interviews in this part will part of the canon for future historians of Tibet.
The amazing thing about this narrative, as Laird points out, when Tibet is to blame, the Dalai Lama does not cover. He recognizes the abuses of the nobles, the brutal society, the lack of technology, and even the feudal conditions brought on by the church-state which he in name headed. Not many rulers would admit to the role of internecine strife and the betrayal of the people by its aristocracy as a factor in its inability to ward off the influence of a larger nation as the Dalai Lama does. Laird sympathetically explains the Dalai Lama's difficulties in pursuing a non-violent path to autonomy (recognizing the inability to achieve independence).
One era not mentioned in this history is the arrival of the Europeans.
The High Road to China: George Bogle, the Panchen Lama, and the First British Expedition to Tibet gives a good portrait of Tibet-Chinese relations in this period. While relations were cordial, China had "minders" planted in Tibet, watching and reporting all.
Laird reports the story of Tibet as seen through its spiritual leader. The circumstances of history have left Tibet standing alone, unable to defend itself from neither battle with nor assimilation from its large and influential neighbor. Laird and the Lama take us through pre-history, the Mongol incursions, the development of monestaries, the flight of the Dalai Lama and the sacking of the monestaries in the Cultural Revolution to the current stage of Chinese settlement.
As expected, the book is at its best in the era of the 14th Dalai Lama, since so much detail can be provided. I presume the interviews in this part will part of the canon for future historians of Tibet.
The amazing thing about this narrative, as Laird points out, when Tibet is to blame, the Dalai Lama does not cover. He recognizes the abuses of the nobles, the brutal society, the lack of technology, and even the feudal conditions brought on by the church-state which he in name headed. Not many rulers would admit to the role of internecine strife and the betrayal of the people by its aristocracy as a factor in its inability to ward off the influence of a larger nation as the Dalai Lama does. Laird sympathetically explains the Dalai Lama's difficulties in pursuing a non-violent path to autonomy (recognizing the inability to achieve independence).
One era not mentioned in this history is the arrival of the Europeans.
The High Road to China: George Bogle, the Panchen Lama, and the First British Expedition to Tibet gives a good portrait of Tibet-Chinese relations in this period. While relations were cordial, China had "minders" planted in Tibet, watching and reporting all.
November 2, 2008
Thomas Laird skillfully draws out His Holiness the Dalai Lama on his understanding of Tibet's history and, in the process, interweaves his very interesting perspective on the history of Tibetan Buddhism, particularly aspects of interest to HHDL. It was interesting to go back to the section covering the 10th century when both Tibet and China were ruled by Mongolia while the Olympics were pending to determine how distorted the Chinese view is that Tibet "has always been a part of China." Clearly, Tibet was no more a part of China than India was a part of British under colonial rule. This is a book that I have been reading over the past ten months or so since I keep going over various periods as questions arise. It is clearly written and contains fascinating information.
July 19, 2014
After reading a classic political history of Tibet, I decided that I wanted to read more about that mysterious corner of the world. Consisting of discussions between the author and the Dalai Lama over nine years, The Story of Tibet was a wonderful read. Having a decent background in Tibetan history, the Dalai Lama's comments on his past incarnations and their role in Tibet, the two levels of understanding of Tibetan history (cultural/mystical and political), and on the future of Tibet were a new, equally interesting perspective. If you find Buddhism or Tibet or China interesting, give this a try.
August 18, 2009
Tibet has never been part of China, but parts of China were once ruled by Tibet.
January 14, 2012
Written more like a college term paper, Thomas Laird's inexperience at historical writing is evident. However, I have to cut him some slack because tackling one of the most controversial geopolitical histories of the world is no small feat, especially given China's almost manic obsession with projecting to the world its rather slanted history of Tibet. (Fearing reprisals and restrictions from China, most learned scholars won't touch Tibetan history with a ten foot pole.)
Having conversations with the the Fourteenth Dalai Lama was special. The Dalai Lama is a brilliant man, whose underlying pragmatism is really astonishing when one remembers that this man is probably one of the world's most recognizable religious leaders other than the Pope.
And that brings me to my next point, for as amateurish as this book was written, I did learn a lot. For instance, the similarities between Papal, post-Roman Empire Italy and Tibet was striking. The use of the Tibetan Buddhist faith in manipulating regional politics in East Asia was almost just rampant as the Kings and Princes of Europe used the Pope as a political pawn from the time of Charlemagne to Napoleon. (For instance, did you know that the Fourth Dalai Lama was a descendant of Ghengis Khan and is the only Dalia Lama to be born outside of Tibet? There's a reason for that--at the time, the Mongols were running the show in East Asia and the Khan clan, who's influence was waning, probably installed the young Mongolian as the "church" leader to gain a stronger political foothold in what we would now consider the western provinces of China.)
Tibet's long rode to independence--(or, at the least, semi-autonomy within China proper)--will be a long one. But the Dalai Lama's adherence to dialouge and nonviolence is pretty secure, as evident from Laird's book. The Dalai Lama's vision is strong and everyone could learn a lot from him, China's leaders notwithstanding.
All in all, I'm glad I read this book, as this continues enhancing my perspective of Sino-Asian history. Also, it has quenched my ongoing thirst for learning more about Buddhist history. Who knew, a book about politics and religion could be entertaining?
Having conversations with the the Fourteenth Dalai Lama was special. The Dalai Lama is a brilliant man, whose underlying pragmatism is really astonishing when one remembers that this man is probably one of the world's most recognizable religious leaders other than the Pope.
And that brings me to my next point, for as amateurish as this book was written, I did learn a lot. For instance, the similarities between Papal, post-Roman Empire Italy and Tibet was striking. The use of the Tibetan Buddhist faith in manipulating regional politics in East Asia was almost just rampant as the Kings and Princes of Europe used the Pope as a political pawn from the time of Charlemagne to Napoleon. (For instance, did you know that the Fourth Dalai Lama was a descendant of Ghengis Khan and is the only Dalia Lama to be born outside of Tibet? There's a reason for that--at the time, the Mongols were running the show in East Asia and the Khan clan, who's influence was waning, probably installed the young Mongolian as the "church" leader to gain a stronger political foothold in what we would now consider the western provinces of China.)
Tibet's long rode to independence--(or, at the least, semi-autonomy within China proper)--will be a long one. But the Dalai Lama's adherence to dialouge and nonviolence is pretty secure, as evident from Laird's book. The Dalai Lama's vision is strong and everyone could learn a lot from him, China's leaders notwithstanding.
All in all, I'm glad I read this book, as this continues enhancing my perspective of Sino-Asian history. Also, it has quenched my ongoing thirst for learning more about Buddhist history. Who knew, a book about politics and religion could be entertaining?
November 28, 2023
One of my favorite books! Amazing work at many levels. The author explores in detail the history of Tibet from a perspective that is lost in the censorship of the CCP. The book offers two perspectives of history: the interpretation of history of Thomas Laird (a historian looking for the objective facts) and the interpretation of history of the Dalai Lama (a religious leader that helps us connect to the culture of the region). The combined perspectives, which not always agree, offer the best approach to a fascinating culture that has developed so isolated from the rest of the world. It shows the extreme richness of Tibetan culture and history as well as the prelude to the Chinese occupation of the country which lasts to this day. The hard cover version has a beautiful cover and fascinating photographies that make the reader connect to the faces of Tibetan history, to its people, landscapes and art. I cannot recommend this book enough.
May 28, 2011
Thank goodness I had already taken several excellent classes on Tibet and the Dalai Lamas before tackling this book! There is much history about the changes in rule over the last 1400 years of Tibet, and knowing this history made me appreciate current history, and the richness of Tibet's culture and Buddhism in this country. I particularly enjoyed Tibet's history moving into the modern era, versus the ancient history. Laird did his homework, and I appreciate that...even more, after hearing the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, earlier this month at the University of Arkansas, I appreciated the 3 years of interviews with him. It was interesting to hear his unique perspective on the changing face of Tibet brought on by China's oppression. As in person, his interviews are filled with wisdom, humor, but also pain. I look forward to discussing this book at book club next week!
March 10, 2022
A long read but well worth it. Laird presents a well-researched and comprehensive, yet digestible, history of Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism. I believe the story of this nation and its place in broader Asian history is important knowledge for anyone seeking a well-rounded understanding of world history. It also provides a crucially informative background for ongoing East Asian political conflicts. Additionally, this book serves as a fascinating and enlightening introduction for those who, like myself, are unfamiliar with Buddhist religion and philosophy. More than anything, however, this book is made entertaining by the inspiring character and lovable personality of the Dalai Lama himself, which shines through consistently in every page.
June 20, 2008
I really like history, especially as it relates to religion and culture. This is not light reading as such, but Laird writes in such a way that makes the history of Tibet very interesting easy to grasp (which I appreciated, considering I know nothing about the history of that part of the world).
December 14, 2014
Un trattato storico,illuminante
skim-abandon-revisit
June 18, 2017I read bits of this one, it's the Dali Lama's description of the history of Tibet based on the memories that are carried over from Dali Lama to Dali Lama. The writing is straightforward and as humour in it :P I've got to read this one cover to cover, soon!
February 28, 2019
A decent history of Tibet, slowed way down by long stretches of dialogue between the author and the Dalai Lama. I would have been happier with the history alone.
February 8, 2014
A most interesting history of Tibet intertwined with an explanation of the origins of Tibetan Buddhism and it's belief system.
I really found it fascinating and now understand the current conflict with China. A must read for anyone interested in Tibet and the formation of the current
Dalai Lama.
I really found it fascinating and now understand the current conflict with China. A must read for anyone interested in Tibet and the formation of the current
Dalai Lama.
July 13, 2016
As an academic book, not particularly well put together. As a pop history, a good read.
September 11, 2021
This is a fine introduction to Tibetan history by Thomas Laird introducing all of the major people and events in Tibetan history without letting the big names get overwhelmed by the small names and detail.
Alongside this chronological history, Laird presents his series of interviews with His Holiness The Dalai Lama, who offers his understanding and commentary on his country’s history along with much insight into religion, culture, and art. This is a readable and useful history, setting the interested reader up for future readings offered in the bibliography. It’s also refreshing to see The Dalai Lama’s views on these events, especially his affinity and affection for his immediate predecessor the thirteenth Dalai Lama, whose efforts to modernise Tibet loom large in His Holiness’s memories.
Overall a fine introduction to a fascinating place and a storied history.
Alongside this chronological history, Laird presents his series of interviews with His Holiness The Dalai Lama, who offers his understanding and commentary on his country’s history along with much insight into religion, culture, and art. This is a readable and useful history, setting the interested reader up for future readings offered in the bibliography. It’s also refreshing to see The Dalai Lama’s views on these events, especially his affinity and affection for his immediate predecessor the thirteenth Dalai Lama, whose efforts to modernise Tibet loom large in His Holiness’s memories.
Overall a fine introduction to a fascinating place and a storied history.
January 5, 2023
This is one of those books that needs to be judged by what it is, and not by what it is not. It is not pretending to be an academic history of Tibet, and it is not pretending to present a neutral view of the Tibetan/Chinese relationship. It is a telling of the political and religious history of Tibet through the common and uncommon eyes of the 14th Dalai Lama. And from that perspective, it is an incredibly well-written and insightful commentary that should be read by anyone with an interest in Tibet.
November 4, 2019
La historia de las naciones es apasionante y la del Tibet no es la excepción. Como toda historia antigua borda los límites con la magia y la leyenda.
Este libro no sólo nos permite conocer más de Tibet, sino también de China, Mongolia y de uno de los personajes más fascinantes de nuestro tiempo: Tenzin Gyatso, su santidad el Dalai Lama.
Mi visión es un poco más amplia ahora que lo leí. (Me llevó varios meses leerlo)
Este libro no sólo nos permite conocer más de Tibet, sino también de China, Mongolia y de uno de los personajes más fascinantes de nuestro tiempo: Tenzin Gyatso, su santidad el Dalai Lama.
Mi visión es un poco más amplia ahora que lo leí. (Me llevó varios meses leerlo)
February 11, 2025
Extremely good
This book was well thought out and planned with clarity. I certainly appreciated the information contained therein.
I saw his Holiness when he visited taiwan a long time ago in the drizzling rain at a speaking event in kaohsiung baseball stadium. This book brought back memories
This book was well thought out and planned with clarity. I certainly appreciated the information contained therein.
I saw his Holiness when he visited taiwan a long time ago in the drizzling rain at a speaking event in kaohsiung baseball stadium. This book brought back memories
June 9, 2018
Great overview of Central Asia's history, with Tibet at its core. The format is quite different too, it is a mixture of an interview of the XIV Dalai Lama (actually many many interviews) and a history book. It does a great job of explaining the different perspectives on this fascinating story.
May 3, 2025
A very long book, but a great one to understand the history of Tibet through conversations between the author and the Dalai Lama. It is full of lots of great anecdotes and for those of you not knowing so much about the first Dalai Lamas a very interesting read.
June 24, 2019
An outstanding history of Tibet. Not a quick read, but well worth the effort! Highly recommended!
July 28, 2019
É um livro que nos mostra a perspectiva da história do Tibete pelos olhos do Dalai Lama.
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February 28, 2020951.5 L188 2006
April 6, 2023
laird questions and engages with the dalai lama on tibetan history from prebuddhist time through to the early 21st century. the DL is a very nuanced and subtle thinker. but i already knew that.
February 5, 2016
Work of several hours of interviews of the present Dalai Lama by Thomas Laird, about Tibet, history and religion, and related subjects.
The present Dalai Lama is impressive in his unassuming and friendly manner and a casual, easy demeanor retaining an inner persona of untold stature - whether this was a spiritual achievement early on or a persona that grew through all the travails of his land and people that he suffered along with them, perhaps those closer to him know better.
During a recent speech of his being telecast, one had this uncanny experience of the television channel telecasting the even suddenly going blank, and not recovering for several hours by which time the speech in its entirety was no longer telecast, although short excerpts were - but one never can know which part one would find something of value. This disturbance was obviously due to deliberate intervention by those that would silence all Tibet and especially Dalai Lama, by whatever means possible - Tibet has suffered an unrecognised genocide while US provided billions of dollars and arms to Pakistan to defeat Soviets in Afghanistan, with not a word of even condolences for the genocide of Tibetans through half a century of Chinese occupation.
The only other time I remember a similar television blackout in recent times is when in Germany once CNN was telecasting a program about German racist attacks on foreigners of the "wrong" colour, including one where a middle aged Indian man was beaten up by German youths and thrown on the train tracks with every intention that he should die there - German trains and so forth are extremely punctual to the fraction of a minute and the youth obviously knew about the timings, and it was a deserted site; only, luckily for the frail beaten up unconscious man lying on the tracks, someone discovered him before he was run over and his life was saved.
As I was listening to this, aghast, with more to come about the rest of the country, suddenly the television went blank, at least as far as CNN goes - it was the only English language channel allowed - and obviously the other channels, German, were not going to telecast any of this. CNN returned several hours later, with no repetition of this program.
So are the victims silenced by the bullies with shoutings, obfuscations, threats, and outright yanking of the television and other communication media, if not by threats or outright genocide.
The German teacher that was obviously on job to endoctrinate us misunderstood at first when I began the topic and blamed "a Jew with a big mouth" for foreigners getting the wrong idea about Germany, since he would not shut up about racist and anti semitic incidents in north Germany.
She gave up on us but not before I was given enough clues about what was going on. We were in effect surrounded by those that would keep watch, inform on us, and attempt to inculcate us with the required attitudes.
Others kept away, even friends of long standing. We gave up on them for good. They were friendly before we visited Germany, very. In their own land they dared not befriend foreigners of English speaking variety.
Fortunately some Tibetans have managed to escape such muzzling by managing to escape to India, and fortunately for the world the Dalai Lama is one of them.
The present Dalai Lama is impressive in his unassuming and friendly manner and a casual, easy demeanor retaining an inner persona of untold stature - whether this was a spiritual achievement early on or a persona that grew through all the travails of his land and people that he suffered along with them, perhaps those closer to him know better.
During a recent speech of his being telecast, one had this uncanny experience of the television channel telecasting the even suddenly going blank, and not recovering for several hours by which time the speech in its entirety was no longer telecast, although short excerpts were - but one never can know which part one would find something of value. This disturbance was obviously due to deliberate intervention by those that would silence all Tibet and especially Dalai Lama, by whatever means possible - Tibet has suffered an unrecognised genocide while US provided billions of dollars and arms to Pakistan to defeat Soviets in Afghanistan, with not a word of even condolences for the genocide of Tibetans through half a century of Chinese occupation.
The only other time I remember a similar television blackout in recent times is when in Germany once CNN was telecasting a program about German racist attacks on foreigners of the "wrong" colour, including one where a middle aged Indian man was beaten up by German youths and thrown on the train tracks with every intention that he should die there - German trains and so forth are extremely punctual to the fraction of a minute and the youth obviously knew about the timings, and it was a deserted site; only, luckily for the frail beaten up unconscious man lying on the tracks, someone discovered him before he was run over and his life was saved.
As I was listening to this, aghast, with more to come about the rest of the country, suddenly the television went blank, at least as far as CNN goes - it was the only English language channel allowed - and obviously the other channels, German, were not going to telecast any of this. CNN returned several hours later, with no repetition of this program.
So are the victims silenced by the bullies with shoutings, obfuscations, threats, and outright yanking of the television and other communication media, if not by threats or outright genocide.
The German teacher that was obviously on job to endoctrinate us misunderstood at first when I began the topic and blamed "a Jew with a big mouth" for foreigners getting the wrong idea about Germany, since he would not shut up about racist and anti semitic incidents in north Germany.
She gave up on us but not before I was given enough clues about what was going on. We were in effect surrounded by those that would keep watch, inform on us, and attempt to inculcate us with the required attitudes.
Others kept away, even friends of long standing. We gave up on them for good. They were friendly before we visited Germany, very. In their own land they dared not befriend foreigners of English speaking variety.
Fortunately some Tibetans have managed to escape such muzzling by managing to escape to India, and fortunately for the world the Dalai Lama is one of them.
February 17, 2009
The author calls this book a "popular history" of Tibet. I'm not sure it even qualifies as that. Most of the history presented is through the eyes of the Dalai Lama who clearly has a less than academic view of Tibet's history. So if that's what you're looking for your not going to find it here.
Also the author doesn't even seem to be concerned about withholding his sympathies for the Tibetan independence cause. The Chinese government does use its interpretation of history as justification for it's invasion and occupation of Tibet, so there is some value in examining the history of Tibet to understand their official viewpoint. However, the numerous violations of human rights being committed by the Chinese authorities in Tibet are more than enough evidence of the hypocrisy of China's position and the illegitimacy of its occupation. In my opinion, the Chinese government's use of history to rationalize their relations with Tibet is simply a convenient veil with which to hide their true motives.
Using an opposing historical viewpoint as a basis to discredit the Chinese government's attitude towards Tibet is only necessary if the total independence of Tibet is ultimate goal and current international law is the ruler by which you measure. However, if like the Dalai Lama you are willing to accept a solution to the Tibet situation that leaves Tibet as an autonomous state within the PRC, then the reconciliation of the differing historical viewpoints does not matter.
All that said, if you are unfamiliar with the history of Tibet at all, this is a very approachable text for the non-historian. The book does provide an overall narrative of Tibet's history, and gives the reader a foundational knowledge of Tibet's relationship with surrounding countries. However, I think it falls far short of a comprehensive history. I am sure there are much better sources out there.
Also the author doesn't even seem to be concerned about withholding his sympathies for the Tibetan independence cause. The Chinese government does use its interpretation of history as justification for it's invasion and occupation of Tibet, so there is some value in examining the history of Tibet to understand their official viewpoint. However, the numerous violations of human rights being committed by the Chinese authorities in Tibet are more than enough evidence of the hypocrisy of China's position and the illegitimacy of its occupation. In my opinion, the Chinese government's use of history to rationalize their relations with Tibet is simply a convenient veil with which to hide their true motives.
Using an opposing historical viewpoint as a basis to discredit the Chinese government's attitude towards Tibet is only necessary if the total independence of Tibet is ultimate goal and current international law is the ruler by which you measure. However, if like the Dalai Lama you are willing to accept a solution to the Tibet situation that leaves Tibet as an autonomous state within the PRC, then the reconciliation of the differing historical viewpoints does not matter.
All that said, if you are unfamiliar with the history of Tibet at all, this is a very approachable text for the non-historian. The book does provide an overall narrative of Tibet's history, and gives the reader a foundational knowledge of Tibet's relationship with surrounding countries. However, I think it falls far short of a comprehensive history. I am sure there are much better sources out there.
August 28, 2012
This was an interesting approach to telling about Tibetan history. It is shown through the lens of the 14th Dalai Lama's personal knowledge and distilled from Western and Asian historical records.
Tibet has a complicated history that is unique and yet is similar to many other countries in the world. It is a nation several thousand years old with periods of violence and periods of peace. Most intriguing to me was the close relationship Tibet had with Mongolia and the fact that it was through Tibet that Buddhism was advanced into Mongolia and China.
It is a crime that its unique culture and heritage is being strip away. Particularly when one realizes Tibet has been an independent sovereign nation longer than many countries in Europe and, for that matter, longer than China.
Tibet has a complicated history that is unique and yet is similar to many other countries in the world. It is a nation several thousand years old with periods of violence and periods of peace. Most intriguing to me was the close relationship Tibet had with Mongolia and the fact that it was through Tibet that Buddhism was advanced into Mongolia and China.
It is a crime that its unique culture and heritage is being strip away. Particularly when one realizes Tibet has been an independent sovereign nation longer than many countries in Europe and, for that matter, longer than China.
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