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The chapel was reserved exclusively for the Dalai Lamas as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat, and for centuries the murals guided them in mystical contemplation.On a willowcovered island in a sacred pond behind Tibets Potala Palace is a pagodaroofed temple that was built in the eighteenth century. Unknown artists created a series of mysterious paintings on the walls of the temples private chapel, and these masterpieces of Tibetan art are reproduced in this extraordinary publication.The chapel was reserved exclusively for the Dalai Lamas as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat, and for centuries the murals guided them in mystical contemplation.At the heart of the book are 150 color photographs of the murals and their temple by Thomas Laird. Ian Bakers text places these remarkable works within their historical and cultural perspective and is augmented by accounts from other Tibetan sources. A special feature of the book is an introduction and quotations by Tenzin Gyatso, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. 150 fullcolor photographs and 33 blackandwhite illustrations
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple'? A: 'The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple' primarily explores the unique murals within a private chapel reserved for the Dalai Lamas, focusing on their significance in meditation and spiritual retreat.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ian A. Baker, who provides insights into the historical and cultural context of the murals.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The publication features 150 full-color photographs of the murals and their temple, along with 33 black-and-white illustrations.
- Q: When was 'The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple' published? A: 'The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple' was published on January 2, 2012.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that it is in usable condition with possible minor wear.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 216 pages.
- Q: Is this book a reprint edition? A: Yes, this book is a reprint edition.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include any contributions from the Dalai Lama? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction and quotations from Tenzin Gyatso, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama.
- Q: What cultural significance do the murals hold? A: The murals are significant as they have historically guided the Dalai Lamas in mystical contemplation and serve as masterpieces of Tibetan art.