The Temptation of Sunshine and Wilderness: A Spiritual History of Tibet in the Barren Lands. Revised Edition

Author: Ba Huang
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: Sometimes, on the uneven grasslands, a horse or cattle corpse suddenly appears, resembling a philosopher defeated by reality, yet elegantly waiting for wolves, eagles, and crows to gnaw at his body, waiting for the ultimate revelation of eternal truth.
In the vast ruins of an ancient castle, battered by wind and rain, there was only myself. I waited for this lonely and sorrowful castle to pass through the dusk and night in the wilderness. Rather than fear, it was the intense excitement and overwhelming sense of richness, in contrast to such profound fear, that kept me awake.
This book is a travelogue by author Ba Huang, documenting his several journeys into Tibet to explore art and experience the soul. With concise prose and beautiful images, it showcases the allure and temptation of the wilderness, as well as the author's deep connection to Tibet. The author takes you on a visit to Lhasa, leads you into Ali, lets you admire the sunset over the Peacock River, guides you through the art of Guge, helps you uncover the mysteries of the ancient land of Xianxiong, and accompanies you in the pilgrimage of believers.