His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Autobiography: My Land and My People - A Personal Reflection on Tibet

テレサ: 読んでいて切なくなりましたが、
現実に起こった事なんだと認識出来ました。

Japan on Dec 21, 2022

Nicole Caldwell: This book is well written, full of meaning, and definitely an eye opener to the ongoing struggle of the Tibetan people.

United States on Dec 28, 2021

so yang: The book was in good condition although it says USED. Very pleased with the purchase.

United Kingdom on Mar 29, 2021

Kristina Nickels: This book was very sad - that the Chinese could get away with the takeover of Tibet and the Tibetans.

United Kingdom on Feb 26, 2021

pamela mange: My first thorough read about the Dalai Lama and his home country. A fascinating read about a different culture and religion.

United States on Feb 05, 2021

Amazon Customer: I wasn't fully aware of the struggles of Tibet and of the 14th Dalai Lama, so I was fascinated by this book and have done some more research on the matter as a result.

United Kingdom on Oct 24, 2018

E. Fisher: What's it like to be declared a god-king at 2 and have the keys to your country handed to you at 16 just when the Chinese have invaded? What's it like to actually have the maturity, compassion, and vision to handle the situation and lead much of your nation and culture into exile? What's it like to express this story in a poignant manner devoid of bitter anger but full of wisdom? This work is truly one of the greatest autobiography's I have read, as it answers these questions in a manner that leaves no doubt of the unique inspirational nature of the individual who wrote it. If you wish to understand Tibetan Buddhism, Tibet, or just how to live a compassionate life with wisdom and dignity, this book is a must read.

United States on Jun 27, 2017

dmiguer: In addition to being an eyewitness to 20th century history, the 14th Dalai Lama is a central figure in that history. His authorship of this book alone renders it a historical document of some significance. But beyond that, this a well written and captivating description of the life of Tibet and the Lama before and after the revolution of 1949.

It traces the events surrounding his birth, youth, education, rule, overthrow and exile without an excess of religious dogma or political polemics. First published in 1962 following his 1959 flight to India, this memoir remains a compelling and readable primary source. There is a political message at the end that seems unnecessary.

United States on Dec 15, 2016

Philip Dickinson: An extraordinary insight into the struggle Tibet went through went China invaded. What is best for your people when threatened by a vastly superior enemy? Fight for the freedom your people deserve and stand to lose many thousands of lives or negotiate and sue for peace? This is the terrible choice the Dalai Lama had to face as the teenage ruler and spiritual guide of his people. The quiet dignity of the man defies belief. Read it and weep.

United Kingdom on Jul 11, 2015

TheloniusMick: Whether or not one can accept that HH The Dali Lama is a god-king or reincarnation of an enlightened being, one must admit that his writings always seek to explore and encourage the very highest elements of the human spirit.

This book is not a diatribe against China, though it does make a good case against China's actions in Tibet based upon international norms, but a very sad depiction of how very cruel people can be toward each other. Fortunately, fifty years after its writing, with no resolution in sight and atrocities still being committed in Tibet, one cannot help but be moved by the continued passionate engagement of this "simple Buddhist monk" ( his own self description ).

United States on Jun 21, 2015