Description
“Seven Years in Tibet” is a memoir written by Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer. The book chronicles Harrer’s experiences during his seven-year journey in Tibet, which began in 1944. Harrer, along with his fellow climber Peter Aufschnaiter, escaped from a British internment camp in India during World War II and made their way to the Tibetan capital of Lhasa.
In the book, Harrer recounts his adventures and encounters with the Tibetan people, their culture, and their way of life. He describes his friendship with the young Dalai Lama, whom he tutored in Western subjects, and provides insights into the political and social landscape of Tibet during a tumultuous period in its history.
“Seven Years in Tibet” offers readers a fascinating glimpse into a remote and mysterious land, as well as an intimate portrait of Harrer’s personal transformation during his time in Tibet. The book has been widely acclaimed for its vivid descriptions, engaging narrative, and unique perspective on Tibetan society and culture.
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