The definitive biography of the first European to explore Tibet at a time when foreigners were banned, this book draws on rare source material, including information from the secret files of the India office to offer a vividly detailed chronicle of both David-Neel's quest to conquer her personal demons, and the outer journey that made her one of the most celebrated figures of her day. The most astonishing woman of our time' - Lawrence Durrell 'A fascinating account' - Harper's Bazaar 'Happily accessible' - Allen Ginsberg'
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"Alexandra David-Neel...magnetised me toward Buddhist meditation. Now, her own vast sacred life record is happily accessible." - Allen Ginsberg "A fascinating account of the life and exploits of the...first European female to enter the holy city of Lhasa." - Harper's Bazaar
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978-1-58567-329-2 (9781585673292)
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Barbara Foster has written extensively in women's studies. She is assistant professor in the library department at Hunter College, City University of New York. Michael Foster is the author of Freedom's Thunder and other novels.
