The Art of Exile: Paintings by Tibetan Children in India
The Tibetan Homes Foundation in Mussoorie, India, was established in 1962 under the direction of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. It was formed as an emergency measure to receive the waves of refugee children arriving from Tibet, escaping persecution. Along with a standard English curriculum, THF has created a traditional living environment and classes that are designed to foster the knowledge and preservation of Tibetan culture. A painting club was established in 1995 by the Friends of Tibetan Women's Association to provide these children with a creative way to share their stories of leaving Tibet, their remembrances of home, and to give new and colorful expression to their lives as exiles in India.The Art of Exile: Paintings by Tibetan Children in India is a moving collection of interviews, photographs, and paintings from the children of Tibet-in-exile. It reveals the deep personal struggles and triumphs of these brave and vibrant individuals. It also illuminates the depth of commitment by the Tibetan people to keep their unique culture and language alive. Visually it presents often remarkably accomplished works of art, many that derive from the ancient thangka tradition of Tibet.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0890133565
ISBN13:9780890133569
Release Date:April 1998
Publisher:Museum of New Mexico Press
Length:135 Pages
Weight:2.03 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 12.3" x 7.3"
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A wonderfull way of getting to know the Tibetian Children
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
It's important to know and recognize the situation! The exiled Tibetian people, among them many children whose parents didn't manage to survive the escape from their land, live in communities in India (the only place that can give them freedom) and fight quetly for their freedom. This book is a wonderfull way to get to know these special children.
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