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Tibetan Portrait: The Power of Compassion Hardcover – April 15, 1996

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This is a book about a deeply spiritual culture's struggle to survive and maintain compassion in the face of tremendous aggression. The invasion by the Chinese Communists in 1949 led to massive destruction and repression, and to the occupation of Tibet, which continues to this day.
Throughout 1994, photographer Phil Borges traveled to Tibet, as well as parts of Nepal and northern India where thousands of Tibetan refugees now reside, photographing Tibetans in an effort to understand what had happened to them, to their country and their culture. In doing so, he became fascinated by Buddhist philosophy and the Tibetan commitment to nonviolence.
Tibetan Buddhists believe that there is no greater vehicle than compassion and forgiveness to counteract the suffering in the world. Their unique Buddhist practices and beliefs provide a framework for the attainment of mental peace and enlightenment, a goal they are encouraged to pursue from an early age. They are taught to value contentment, fulfillment, and mental peace above all else, since one's state of mind is believed to be the only possession that survives from one lifetime to the next.
As the Tibetans work to save their unique culture and to regain their country, their internal struggle as human beings is to try to reconcile their nonviolent principles with the rage that can arise when harmed. It is an extreme test of their commitment to compassion, to their religion, and to their culture.

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April 15, 1996
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"Every word substantial food for thought, every picture honest and revealing. Tibetan Portrait is truly moving. Everything here goes straight to the heart."--Robert Thurman Tibet House

"Phil Borges has somehow transformed portraits of Tibetans into landscapes of the soul of an occupied nation. We cannot avert the steady gaze of his chosen subjects. Their haunting eyes are open windows into a culture of compassion that must attract global attention to regain its freedom and its homeland."--Galen Rowell
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An award-winning Seattle-based photographer, Phil Borges divides his time between editorial and commercial assignments and documentary projects which focus on different cultures and subcultures. A recent chapter president of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP), Borges received the Pacific Northwest Media Inc. Photographer of the Year award in 1992. His work has won numerous awards during his career and is used by editorial and corporate clients worldwide.

His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso, the fourteenth Dalai Lama, is the spiritual and temporal head of Tibet. Since 1959 he has lived in Dharamsala, India, where he leads the Tibetan government-in-exile. A spokesman for nonviolence, his efforts toward world peace were acknowledged with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. A scholar and writer, his many books include My Land and My People; Kindness, Clarity and Insight; A Flash of Lightning in the Dark of Night; Ocean of Wisdom; and The World of Tibetan Buddhism: An Overview of its Philosophy and Practice. His wisdom and compassion have served as an inspiration for people all over the world.

Jeffrey Hopkins is a well-known Buddhist scholar and writer. The author of twenty-one books, including Empty Yoga, The Tantra Distinction, and Meditation on Emptiness, he has also introduced, annotated, and edited translations of many Tibetan Buddhist texts. Hopkins has served as the official interpreter for His Holiness the Dalai Lama on many of his U.S. lecture tours. He is currently a professor of religious studies at the University of Virginia.

A well-known writer and scholar, Elie Wiesel was named the Nobel Peace Laureate in 1986. Since 1976 he has been the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities as well as University Professor of religious studies at Boston University.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rizzoli (April 15, 1996)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0847819574
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0847819577
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.5 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches

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Sérgio Schröder

It's a subtle work!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 27, 2008

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Tibetan Portrait is really what the name says - As a photographer myself I was touched by the beautiful and subtle images on the book. It also teaches us about the present situation of Tibet, a land which has been dominated by the Chinese since its invasion in 1949, under Mao-Tse Tung's force. It's interesting and very easy to read and understand history. The pictures are as if you were transported into time and it's hard to believe they've been shot ( sort of )recently. And it also has a quick information about the equipment the author Phil Borges used to take them. It's the sort of information a photographer is always glad to see! Finishing is great, beautiful paper with a hardcover and jacket. Great work!

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Buddha Child

Thank you Big Hearted Books!!!!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 9, 2017

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The photography is beautiful and captions go straight to the soul ... I want to thank Big Hearted Books... they weren’t kidding when they said like new... it looks like a brand new book... I am beyond happy

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 23, 2013

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I ordered this for my sister's birthday as at age 75, she's hoping to get her artistic genes going again. I thought this might help since so many reviews told of the extremely beautiful photography. Not only does it have some of the most beautiful portraits of Tibetan people, the writings are so uplifting that go along with each picture. May God give back to the Tibetan people all that they have given to this world.

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T. Gannon

great in field capture of Tibetans

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 2, 2008

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I love the work Borges has givne us. It is a great display of some people in Tibet that are special in their character, soul, and appearance. His rendition of the photos in a combined B&W and slight color tint really works. His description and obvious connection with each of the subjects is strong and it comes through in his work. I liked the children especially, for despite their most difficult of circumstances, they appear hopeful and dignified. Wonderful job.

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maggie

The Dali Lama and his philosophies

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 9, 2012

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Saw this at a friend's house and just had to get it. Have also given it to a couple of friends since who also just love it. Photography is excellent and of course the words of the Dali Lama are an inspiration to all of us. Great book to sit and look at and ponder on some fine philosophy.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 1, 2013

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Phil is the ultimate humanitarian photographer. His quest to improve the lives of the people he comes into
contact with, communicates with, and then makes their portrait, is monumental. There is always that
intimate connection in all his work. But it's not enough, just to photograph people. He makes their lives better
through his noble missions.

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James F. Housel

moving portraiture

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 16, 2014

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Remarkable photos that helped bring the plight of Tibetans to our attention but worthy as photography alone. The technique of "split-toning" was very laborious in these pre-photoshop days.

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Wintery Cate

One of the most beautiful books I have ever seen.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 17, 2005

This book was sent to me by a friend overseas, and I fell in love with it the moment I opened it.

Borges' photographs capture the very essence of these proud, wonderful people, and every person I have shared it with has falled in love with it as well.

Namaste.

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Anja Paixao

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 31, 2017

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Great, as described!

Bob Brant

I've wanted this book for a long-time and was pleased to find it used from a Canadian book store

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on October 22, 2017

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I've wanted this book for a long-time and was pleased to find it used from a Canadian book store. It arrived very promptly in exactly the condition promised. I highly recommend Russell Books. Tibetan Portrait is a gem both for its photography and for its insightful text.

Palina45

Un ritratto toccante del popolo tibetano

Reviewed in Italy 🇮🇹 on November 18, 2013

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Un album fotografico con immagini e didascalie molto belle, che rappresenta il volto di un popolo fiero e tenace.
E' arrivato nei tempi indicati nell' ordine pur arrivando dagli US. Ottimo Amzon come sempre.

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D.Palmer

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on September 11, 2015

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a beautiful book

S. Remy

Trop artificiel

Reviewed in France 🇫🇷 on November 22, 2014

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