by His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso the XIV Dalai Lama
First published 1994
Tenzin Gyatso, the revered XIV Dalai Lama, faces a crisis of faith as his homeland of Tibet is consumed by war and oppression. Turning inward, he embarks on a deeply personal journey, grappling with his role as a spiritual leader and the weight of his people's suffering. Through rigorous meditation and philosophical inquiry, Tenzin confronts his own doubts, fears, and the very nature of enlightenment. As the world around him spirals into chaos, his path to inner peace becomes a beacon of hope for all who seek solace in turbulent times.
Genres: philosophy, biography-memoir, spirituality, buddhism
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: crisis-of-faith, personal-journey
Setting: Tibet
Period: 1357-1419, 1543-1588
240 pages · Paperback · Snow Lion