Religion has long been a powerful cultural, social, and political force in the Himalaya. Increased economic and cultural flows, growth in tourism, and new forms of governance and media, however, have
This book charts important social and political transitions in Nepal through the lens of medicine. It engages with a range of issues - mission health care institutions, tuberculosis as a sight of ethn
Often seen as a magical paradise at the end of the world, Bhutan is inaccessible to most travellers. Set against the dramatic scenery of the Himalaya, this beguiling memoir recalls hardships and happi
An Inspiring Journey of Forgiveness and Promise-Keeping"There had never been any real chance for a physical solution to Dad’s alcoholism. The problem couldn’t be solved, and certainly not by me, and t
The book provides a model for the structural evolution of the Himalaya with relevant background information making it easily accessible to earth scientists specializing in other areas. The book is div
Scholars from eight different countries participated in the June 1997 colloquium which was the basis for this volume. The papers cover a wide range of topics from ancient painted pottery to modern to
In Pakistan, stubborn mountain tribes still lead a largely secluded life, preserving their archaic cultural traditions. Their distinctive features are Sunni Islam, strict gender segregation, a prevale
