Set in 1874, the story follows Sarat Chandra Das, a skilled civil engineer turned spy for the British Empire in Darjeeling. Tasked with uncovering secrets about the enigmatic and isolated kingdom of Tibet, Das embarks on a mission to gather vital intelligence that could strengthen British influence in South Asia amidst the geopolitical tensions of the Great Game against Russia. The narrative explores themes of espionage, cultural encounters, and the complexities of colonial ambitions.
Compliled from a large number of Tibetan and Sanskrit texts, this dictionary is the culmination of 12 years of labor. The Tibetan words are alphabetized with their accepted Sanskrit equivalents and followed by the English meaning. All technical terms are illustrated with excerpts from Sanskrit-Buddhist and Tibetan works.
The book presents an authentic account of a journey to Lhasa and Central Tibet, originally published in 1899. It captures the unique experiences and observations of the author during a time when such travels were rare and challenging. The reprint maintains the historical significance and quality of the original edition, offering readers a glimpse into the culture, geography, and spirituality of Tibet at the turn of the 20th century.
