{"product_id":"reincarnation-ralf-eisend-9798335435659","title":"Reincarnation: The Dalai Lama's Quest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn unforgettable biography that brings to life the 14th Dalai Lama's incredible rise, from his discovery as a boy to his daring escape during Tibet's fight for survival.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the shadow of the Himalayas, a young boy's destiny intertwines with the fate of a nation. In the 1930's, as Tibet teeters on the brink of change, the search for the 14th Dalai Lama begins.\u003cp\u003eFrom the death of his predecessor to his dramatic flight from the Chinese invaders into exile, this sweeping tale follows the Dalai Lama's extraordinary journey. We witness the ancient rituals of identifying a reincarnated lama, the political intrigues of a country in turmoil, and the coming-of-age of a spiritual leader in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the story unfolds, the looming threat of Chinese aggression casts a dark shadow over Tibet's serene landscape. The novel vividly portrays the systematic destruction of centuries-old monasteries, the forced disbanding of monastic communities, and the brutal suppression of religious practices that have long been the cornerstone of Tibetan culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet against the backdrop of Tibet's rich cultural tapestry and impending upheaval, \"Reincarnation: The Dalai Lama's Quest\" weaves together history, spirituality, and human drama. This meticulously researched novel offers a rare glimpse into one of the most fascinating and controversial succession processes in the world, while also chronicling the devastating impact of China's cultural genocide on Tibet's spiritual heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ralf Eisend\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798335435659\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/09\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 502\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.08lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 1.01d","brand":"Ralf Eisend","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46451210813695,"sku":"9798335435659","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_b544309e-450d-42ff-828b-8c3bbfd63df9.jpg?v=1735876792","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/reincarnation-ralf-eisend-9798335435659","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}