
Bhutan
Portrait of a Kingdom
Editions Didier Millet (Publisher)
Published on 1. November 2025
Book
Hardback
312 pages
978-2-87868-297-7 (ISBN)
Description
Bhutan Portrait of a Kingdom is an invitation to explore the rhythm of life in the Himalayan kingdom Through the lens of ten extraordinary photographers. Following the cycle of the year-from snow-covered winters to vibrant spring festivals, from autumn harvests to quiet December nights-the book offers a poetic and nuanced portrait of Bhutan's people, landscapes, and enduring spirit.
With powerful images and sensitive storytelling, the book captures the sacredness of daily life and the harmony between tradition and modernity. Insightful texts by Matthieu Ricard and Pico Iyer deepen the journey, blending visual wonder with philosophical reflection.
With powerful images and sensitive storytelling, the book captures the sacredness of daily life and the harmony between tradition and modernity. Insightful texts by Matthieu Ricard and Pico Iyer deepen the journey, blending visual wonder with philosophical reflection.
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Language
English
Place of publication
France
Dimensions
Height: 290 mm
Width: 230 mm
ISBN-13
978-2-87868-297-7 (9782878682977)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Steve McCurry
(Afghan Girl, iconic visual storyteller)
Vincent Munier
(wildlife photography master, author of The Snow Panther)
Raghu Rai
(legendary Indian photojournalist, Magnum member)
Michael Yamashita
(National Geographic photographer)
Chien-Chi Chang & Olivia Arthur
(Magnum Photos)
Matthieu Ricard, Melisa Teo, Karma T. Dorji, Stephan
Gladieu
TEXTS
Matthieu Ricard
Buddhist monk, scientist, and bestselling author
Pico Iyer
internationally acclaimed travel writer and essayist
Steve McCurry
(Afghan Girl, iconic visual storyteller)
Vincent Munier
(wildlife photography master, author of The Snow Panther)
Raghu Rai
(legendary Indian photojournalist, Magnum member)
Michael Yamashita
(National Geographic photographer)
Chien-Chi Chang & Olivia Arthur
(Magnum Photos)
Matthieu Ricard, Melisa Teo, Karma T. Dorji, Stephan
Gladieu
TEXTS
Matthieu Ricard
Buddhist monk, scientist, and bestselling author
Pico Iyer
internationally acclaimed travel writer and essayist
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