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Author : David K. Barker
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)
Download or read book Designs of Bhutan written by David K. Barker and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Diana K. Myers
Publisher : Serindia Publications
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book From the Land of the Thunder Dragon written by Diana K. Myers and published by Serindia Publications. This book was released on 1994 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : David K. Barker
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1479780561
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (797 download)
Download or read book Grace of the Kira written by David K. Barker and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2013-03-13 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The legendary weaving tradition of Bhutan, spanning several centuries with meticulously-constructed traditional and classic design layouts, continue to be woven to this day. This photographic volume provides a visual tribute and catalogue of the kira. It is the national and traditional dress of Bhutanese womenfolk worn with pride, in daily life and on special occasions. This key catalogue and special focus on kiras begins the exploration with the kishung or poncho, said to be the forerunner of the presentday kira. The photographs in this volume document the kira’s evolution as a garment. Depending on the quality and intricacy of patterns, the weaver may be required to spend up to two years of daylight hours to create one kira. The kira is akin to a blank canvas upon which weavers display, thread by thread, their creative inspiration. The excellence, evidence of painstaking crafting, and highly-formed creative abilities of the Bhutanese women weavers present to us a visual range of wearable art that is both beautiful and functional. Expression of design skills provides a near-kaleidoscopic montage of elegance where Bhutanese fashion and art merge as one. In this day and age, the user, beholder, collector, and heirloom historian are indeed fortunate to fully enjoy and appreciate this living tradition and heritage of art and craft.
Author : Laura Blake
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780996663908
Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (639 download)
Download or read book Bhutan's Buddhist Architecture written by Laura Blake and published by . This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bhutan is a small Himalayan country with a rich Buddhist heritage and a striking architectural style. Bhutan's Buddhist Architecture provides an introduction and travel guide to the country's beautiful temples, monasteries and dzongs--the fortresses built while Bhutan was being unified as a Buddhist state. Illustrated with maps, plans, and more than a hundred photographs the book includes brief historical and architectural overviews, a dozen examples of the country's best-known buildings, and a pictorial glossary of forty Buddhist symbols commonly used in building decoration.
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (935 download)
Download or read book Textile written by and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Michael Hawley, Jr.
Publisher : Big Books for Little People
ISBN 13 : 9780974246932
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (469 download)
Download or read book Bhutan written by Michael Hawley, Jr. and published by Big Books for Little People. This book was released on 2004-01 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BHUTAN is a smaller companion volume to the world's largest published book, the 5x7' photographic book called BHUTAN. This book opens to nearly three feet, and offers an eyeful of imagery from several expeditions across the legendary mountain kingdom. Teams from MIT and Friendly Planet traveled extensively with two young people, Choki Lhamo (age 14, a girl from Trongsa who aspires to be a doctor) and Gyelsey Loday (also 14, son of the head lama in far-off Phongmey). This book shares a bit of their beautiful corner of the world. Proceeds are largely tax-deductible and are donated to help Bhutan's schools and scholars.
Author : Karin Altmann
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN 13 : 311042861X
Total Pages : 436 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (14 download)
Download or read book Fabric of Life - Textile Arts in Bhutan written by Karin Altmann and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2015-11-27 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extensive work dedicated to the unique textile art of Bhutan is an impressive illustration of how closely art, spirituality, and life are interwoven in the last of the Buddhist kingdoms in the Himalayas. It gives new insight into Bhutanese cosmology, worldview, culture, and society, which is associated with a variety of historical, philosophical, religious, social, and artistic perspectives. The remote mountain location, low-key foreign policy, and basic principles of Buddhism has made it possible for Bhutan, the last of the Buddhist kingdoms in the Himalayas, to preserve a remarkable form of textile art that is interwoven with all aspects of life. Karin Altmann shows us Bhutan textiles in their diversity: they are clothes and everyday objects, currency and commodity, mark important events as gifts during life, and are testament to the social status of a person. But they are also an integral aspect of religious festivals, dances, and rituals that provide insight into the mystical and religious beliefs of the Bhutanese people, and reflect the concept of gender in Bhutanese society. The book also tells the story of a country that is searching for a sensitive balance between tradition and progress in a globalized world.
Author : Karin Altmann
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
ISBN 13 : 9783110428629
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (286 download)
Download or read book Fabric of Life - Textile Arts in Bhutan written by Karin Altmann and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extensive work dedicated to the unique textile art of Bhutan is an impressive illustration of how closely art, spirituality, and life are interwoven in the last of the Buddhist kingdoms in the Himalayas. It gives new insight into Bhutanese cosmology, worldview, culture, and society, which is associated with a variety of historical, philosophical, religious, social, and artistic perspectives.
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Publisher : Soffer Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
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Author : Barbara S. Adams
Publisher : Orchid Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Traditional Bhutanese Textiles written by Barbara S. Adams and published by Orchid Press. This book was released on 1984 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly 200 color images present the brilliant weaving tradition of the remote and isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. The brief introductory text, written by noted collector Barbara Adams, explains the function and designs of each of the major woven items, making the book of great value to anyone interested in textiles or Himalayan cultures.
Author : Gilad James, PhD
Publisher : Gilad James Mystery School
ISBN 13 : 4786604798
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (866 download)
Download or read book Introduction to Bhutan written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bhutan is a small landlocked country situated in the eastern Himalayas. It is bordered by India to the south, east and west, and China to the north. Bhutan is known for its unique approach towards measuring progress through the Gross National Happiness (GNH) index, rather than the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The index measures happiness and well-being in areas such as community vitality, cultural diversity, environmental conservation, and good governance. Buddhism is the predominant religion in Bhutan, and it is deeply ingrained in the country's culture. The government has also placed emphasis on preserving the country's cultural heritage, and Bhutan is known for its architecture, art, dances, and festivals. Visitors to Bhutan can explore ancient dzongs (fortresses) and monasteries, hike the stunning Himalayan mountains, and experience unique cultural events such as the Paro Tsechu (festival). With its focus on sustainable development and preservation of its cultural heritage, Bhutan offers an unforgettable and enriching travel experience.
Author : Lonely Planet
Publisher : Lonely Planet
ISBN 13 : 1787010198
Total Pages : 507 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (87 download)
Download or read book Lonely Planet Bhutan written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet Bhutan is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Join the pilgrims at colourful Changangkha Lhakhang, hike to the dramatic cliff -hanging Taktshang Goemba, or explore the busy weekend market at Thimpu; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Bhutan and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Bhutan Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - festivals, architecture, Buddhism, customs, wildlife, history, traditional arts Over 37 maps Covers Thimphu, Paro Dzongkhag, Trongsa Dzongkhag, Mongar Dzongkhag and more About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. The world awaits! Lonely Planet guides have won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' -- Fairfax Media 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Author : Tetsuo Furuichi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (812 download)
Download or read book Survey and Research of Traditional Bhutanese Houses in the Western Part of Bhutan, 12th-19th September, 2009 written by Tetsuo Furuichi and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Ronald M. Bernier
Publisher : Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press
ISBN 13 : 9780838636022
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (36 download)
Download or read book Himalayan Architecture written by Ronald M. Bernier and published by Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This broad treatment of architecture throughout the region of the Himalaya mountains is the first book of its kind. The author has based this study on many years of research in Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Assam, and the Darjeeling area of northeast India, northern Pakistan, and Himachal Pradesh in India's northwest. These areas make up an artistic and, to some degree, a cultural unit. It is unique and definable for its design qualities as well as its use of materials. Dramatic and lofty structures rise as towering palaces and as temples dedicated to Hindu and Buddhist ideals. The impact of neighboring Tibet and India is often evident in the art, but other influences are found as well. The area has not been isolated, as some studies suggest, but was in fact always linked to the rest of Asia and to the West by means of the Silk Road, at least since the second century B.C. This study progresses from east to west, beginning in the foothills of India's Assam. It is richly illustrated with photographs, most of which are the author's or his wife's, and many of the photographs are published here for the first time. The archives of the Archaeological Survey of India and the Department of Archaeology of His Majesty's Government of Nepal are also used here.
Author : Robert Cooper
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1502655764
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (26 download)
Download or read book Bhutan written by Robert Cooper and published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2020-04-15 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bhutan is a ruggedly mountainous country known for its cliff-side monasteries and snowcapped peaks. Colorful prayer flags wind their way through breezy gorges. The magical and mystical personality of Bhutan can be felt from the highest mountaintops to the deepest valleys, and down every ancient alleyway in between. This guidebook explores the traditional culture, diverse wildlife, ancient arts, and newest developments inside the kingdom of Bhutan. Informative sidebars, detailed maps, up-to-date facts, and vibrant photographs help illuminate the history and mystery of this Asian nation.
Author : Hari Tiwari
Publisher : New Hampshire Humanities Council
ISBN 13 : 9780615653792
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (537 download)
Download or read book The Story of a Pumpkin written by Hari Tiwari and published by New Hampshire Humanities Council. This book was released on 2013-02-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rollicking, sometimes scary, and always magical tale carried to New Hampshire by its new Nepali-speaking neighbors from Bhutan
Author : Ian Schoch
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Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (731 download)
Download or read book Democratization from Above in Bhutan written by Ian Schoch and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
