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Apparitions of the Self

The Secret Autobiographies of a Tibetan Visionary

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  • 360 stron
  • 13 godzin czytania

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Exploring the unique genre of "secret autobiography" in Tibetan literature, this work focuses on the secret autobiographies of Jigme Lingpa, a prominent Tibetan Buddhist visionary. Janet Gyatso's translation is the first of its kind in a Western language, providing a nuanced portrayal of Lingpa as a complex figure. The volume combines clear translation with insightful commentary, highlighting significant themes and fostering comparisons between Tibetan and Western literary traditions. It stands out as a model of innovative scholarship in the field.

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Apparitions of the Self, Janet Gyatso

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2002
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Tytuł
Apparitions of the Self
Podtytuł
The Secret Autobiographies of a Tibetan Visionary
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2002
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
360
ISBN13
9788120817968
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Ocena
4,3 z 5
Opis
Exploring the unique genre of "secret autobiography" in Tibetan literature, this work focuses on the secret autobiographies of Jigme Lingpa, a prominent Tibetan Buddhist visionary. Janet Gyatso's translation is the first of its kind in a Western language, providing a nuanced portrayal of Lingpa as a complex figure. The volume combines clear translation with insightful commentary, highlighting significant themes and fostering comparisons between Tibetan and Western literary traditions. It stands out as a model of innovative scholarship in the field.