by His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso the XIV Dalai Lama
First published 2023
In a remote Tibetan monastery, Tenzin, a young monk, grapples with the nature of his own being. As he delves into ancient Buddhist teachings, Tenzin's perception of reality begins to shift, blurring the lines between the physical and the metaphysical. Haunted by visions and unsettling experiences, he embarks on a mystical journey of self-discovery, challenging his most fundamental assumptions about the world and his place in it. With lyrical prose and a meditative pace, "Appearing and Empty" explores the profound mysteries of consciousness, identity, and the human condition.
Genres: literary-fiction, fantasy, buddhism, mysticism
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: mystical-journey, self-discovery
Setting: Tibet, Tibetan Monastery
Period: Contemporary
544 pages · Hardcover · Wisdom Publications