This book is not meant to be a general history of Tibet, nor a Tibetan adventureor folklore monograph. It focuses on the attempts being made today to solve the riddles and confusion surrounding Tibet, including contemplations, reflections, in-depth discussions, and plain narrations in a language of honesty and sincerity. It also expresses a feeling of fraternity towards Tibetan compatriots and a longing for a beautiful tomorrow for Tibet. Careful readers may be inspired and moved by its content.
作者簡介
Su Shuyang(1938-),An honorary member of China Writers'Association National Committee.A consultant to China Filmmakers'Association and a national level-one screenwriter.Amember of the board of directors of Renmin University of China,His works include novels,for example,the Native Land and The Death of Lao she,as wel as screenplays,the song of Loyal Hearts and The Neighbors,His China Reader has been rendered into a dozen foreign languages,including English,German and Russian,with domestic and international distribution exceeding ten million copies.He was selected as an outstanding film artist for the 100th anniversary of CChina's movies in 2005.He has been awarded the title"National Dramatic Artist with Outstanding Contributions."
圖書目錄
Preface Stories from The Marriage ofSongtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng The Journey of Monk Xuanzang and Introduction of Buddhism Whirlwind of the Islamic Warriors Folktales and Myths The Creation of the World Where Did I Come From ? Today's Answers to How Mankind Originated Lost Glory, the Tubo Kingdom Ancient Names, Tubo and Tibet Myths of the YarlungValley Songtsen Gampo and His Children Tibetan Buddhism The Turbulent History of Tibetan Buddhism Major Sects Dalai and Panchen Lamas Lies and Plunder The British Empire's First Attempt on Tibet Britain's "Civilizing Operation" im Tibet The Simla Conference and the Mirage of"Independent Tibet" Artistic Glories Tibetan Literature--EpicofKingGesar Painting-- Thangka Tibetan Song, Dance, and Opera Past, Present ao.d Future The Dark Past: A Society of Theocratic Feudal Serfdom Today: Rapid Changes and Progress A Dazzling Future Postscript