Isbn: 9780195647761 - buddhism in the western himalaya: a study of the tabo monastery (2 Ergebnisse)

Hardbound. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. First Edition. Tabo, located on the left bank of the Spiti River in Himal Pradesh, is historically important primarily as a centre of Indo-Tibetan Buddhism. A single temple founded there in 996 CE subsequently grew into a complex of nine buildings, a magnificent legacy of Mahayana Buddhism in the Western Himalayas. In this multidisciplinary study covering a period of a thousand years, the author traces the evolution of Buddhism against the background of the economy and culture of the region. He examines the various components of the monastery and delineates the architectural and aesthetic styles of Tabo, including sculpture, painting and epigraphy. Essential reading for all those interested in Himalayan archaeology, art and architecture, pre-Buddhist and Buddhist religious traditions, and Tibet. VG dj now in Mylar; half title page tanned around outer edges, otherwise completely clean and unmarked. xxii, 333 pp., 12 col. and 70 b&w plates, 21 figures, including plans and 2 fold-out maps. Size: 22 x 14 cm.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Acceptable. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. Hard cover in acceptable condition with unclipped dust jacket, in good condition. Previous owner's bookplate is adhered to front pastedown, penned reference on FEP. General shelf and handling wear, including tanning, creasing and wear to jacket. Board cover is crinkled and lightly blemished. Within, hinge break to rear noted, leading to detachment of text block from board spine. However text block remains secure in its own right, and content is secure and unmarked. Coloured images are vibrant and true. CN. Used.…