HISTORY OF TIBET

The Dalai Lama, Chinese Rule, and a People's Struggle for Freedom

von Victor G. Johnson

254 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

What happens when an ancient civilization finds itself caught between survival, political power, and the struggle to preserve its identity?For generations, Tibet existed as a distinctive Himalayan society shaped by Buddhism, its own institutions, and a powerful sense of cultural identity. Then the balance changed. The arrival of Communist China transformed Tibet's political future and began a struggle whose consequences continue to be felt today.History Of Tibet takes you through that extraordinary story, from Tibet's early civilization and relationship with surrounding powers to the rise of the Dalai Lama, the fall of the Qing dynasty, and the emergence of Tibetan self-government in the early twentieth century.

You will discover how Chinese forces entered Tibet, why the 17-Point Agreement became so controversial, and how growing resistance eventually led to the dramatic 1959 uprising and the Dalai Lama's escape to India. You will also see what followed: exile, the destruction of monasteries and sacred traditions during the Cultural Revolution, the rebuilding of Tibetan communities abroad, and the transformation of Tibetan Buddhism into a global presence.Few people understand how deeply economic development, demographic change, education, language, religion, and surveillance became connected to the struggle over Tibetan identity. The hidden story also includes the Panchen Lama controversy, waves of protest, self-immolation, international advocacy, and the Dalai Lama's Middle Way proposal.Most importantly, this book explores what happens when political control meets a culture determined to survive. It examines why international sympathy has not necessarily produced political change and why the question of Tibet remains unresolved in the twenty-first century.Whether you are fascinated by Asian history, Himalayan civilization, Buddhism, political struggles, or stories of cultural resilience, this book offers a compelling journey through one of the world's most enduring unresolved conflicts.The story of Tibet is not only about what was lost. It is also about what survived.Discover the struggle, understand the history, and experience the remarkable resilience of the Tibetan people. Buy your copy today and begin the journey.

• Reihe: Independently published
• ISBN: 9798175980517
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.09.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Independently published