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The Tibetans: A Struggle to Survive

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I have just returned from seeing Steve Lehman's exhibition of photographs from Tibet at the Newseum/NY- PLEASE GO SEE THIS SHOW IF YOU CAN!!! I stood before some of the most touching and moving color, black and white photographs and collages with tears running down my face at the inhumanity and humanity of the disgusting situation in Tibet. How can the United States and other so-called free nations stand back and allow this foul occupation continue to take place? Not only is the culture, religion, architecture, forests, etc. of Tibet being decimated but MOST IMPORTANTLY her people are being mass murdered, tortured and ignored by the "powers that be." (The setting of the show was wonderful also with thankgas, prayer wheels and other Tibetan objects. It was also incredible to be surrounded by all the photographs in one fell swoop.) I was particularly struck by the personal, hand-written descriptions on the photographs which made them even more immediate. One could really feel for the peaceful protestors who were subsequently imprisoned and tortured. I searched their faces and was mesmerized and thought about what each person's life was like now. Even if you cannot stand before the pictures, be surrounded by the injustice of it all, do obtain the book and see for yourself. This is photo-journalism at its finest and most poignant.Mr. Lehman's photographs give ample illustration that more needs to be done to help the Tibetans and now!

A stirring photographic essay which gives texture and grit to the reality of life in Tibet. A timely reminder of the ongoing ecogenocide and obliteration of Tibetan culture in its painful recent history under the Chinese. -Peter Matthiessen, Author

i just wanted to say how incredible i thought this book is. the layout and design really highlights the power of the photos. perhaps most important, the book allows the reader/viewer to gain some insight into the complexities of the tibetan situation. the author's passion for the people and culture there is profoundly moving.

sue simon

Many thanks to Steve Lehman for helping the world better understand the oppression in Tibet for many decades, & sadly ongoing. Robert Barnett's historical summary/perspective compliments well. With great compassion & success Mr. Lehman balances the power of photographs with the wonder of words from the very people in them &/or culturally relevant events surrounding them. His respect for people & land is evident throughout his decade sharing multimedia skills in photojournalism, sociology & anthropology to convey their plight. His genius captures images that 'shock & awe' & his authentic commitment to the Tibetan passion for freedom keeps his own visage from this amazing work of both art & humanity. He is the epitome of 'the good Samaritan', not hesitating to put himself in danger responding to Tibetans' plea to share with the world their struggle to survive. It is a humbling experience to travel through this book 'with' Mr. Lehman. More than 10 yrs in print, my hope is this classic will continue to ignite compassion &/or activism for Tibet (& maybe other oppressed countries) in all who share the journey, as it has done for me.

When deadly riots broke out in Tibet, Steve Lehman captured that terror in his outstanding photographs. Lehman continues to chronicle the Tibetans' courageous struggle for human rights, and his work is a major contribution to understanding the Tibetan story. -Congressman Tom Lantos Co-Chairman, Congressional Human Rights Caucus

THE TIBETANS is a beautiful portrayal of a courageous, earthy, and spiritual people struggling for survival under the tremendous burden of late twentieth-century colonialism. It is a must read for those who want to understand their planet. -Robert A.F. Thurman President, Tibet House