Among The Himalayas

Author : Laurence A. Waddell
Publisher : Cosimo, Inc.
Page : 473 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007-09-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781602067233

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Among the Himalayas by Laurence A. Waddell Pdf

The soaring peaks of the greatest mountain range on Earth have long drawn visitors from around the globe, and one of the most famous of the 19th century was British adventurer and scholar Laurence Waddell, who spent most of a decade and a half exploring the nations that cling to the sides of the mighty mountains, learning the ways of their peoples, and sharing his experiences with Western readers. Here, in this 1899 classic of Himalayan travel, Waddell introduces us to the challenges of traveling in the region, takes us on visits to Nepalese and Tibetan tea gardens, journeys to monasteries, palaces, and temples, and much more. Beautiful photos and drawings complement Waddell's exciting and gripping tales-he offers some of the first "evidence" for the mysterious creatures known as "yeti," for instance-and make this an essential work for anyone drawn to the dangerous beauty of the Himalayas. British archaeologist and Orientalist LAURENCE AUSTINE WADDELL (1854-1938) also wrote The Buddhism of Tibet or Lamaism (1894) and Lhasa and Its Mysteries (1905).

Author : James Scott,Joanne Robertson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1996-07
Category : Himalaya Mountains
ISBN : 8173030308

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Lost in the Himalayas by James Scott,Joanne Robertson Pdf

Author : David Jesus Vignolli
Publisher : Boom! Studios
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-06-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781613988688

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A Girl in the Himalayas by David Jesus Vignolli Pdf

Beyond the peaks and valleys of the Himalaya Mountains lies a magical sanctuary. Protected from the chaos of man, it is home to immortal beings and mystical creatures. When Vijaya, a young human, is brought into the sanctuary for her protection, some immortals fear her presence may lead to their ruin. But as mankind draws ever closer to the sanctuary’s border, Vijaya will have to prove that there is more to being human than the violence her new family fears beyond their borders. David Jesus Vignolli’s debut graphic novel A Girl in the Himalayas explores the astonishing potential of the human spirit.

Author : Swami Tapovan
Publisher : Central Chinmaya Mission Trust
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9788175971684

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WANDERINGS IN THE HIMALAYAS by Swami Tapovan Pdf

An authentic account of the travels of Swami Tapovan Maharaj, on foot, in the Himalayas. Deeply embedded in it, is the sacred philosophy of the Upanisads, while providing one a panoramic view of the magnificent, awe-inspiring Himalayas.

Author : Levison Wood
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-24
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780316352413

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Walking The Himalayas by Levison Wood Pdf

Following his trek along the length of the Nile River, explorer Levison Wood takes on his greatest challenge yet: navigating the treacherous foothills of the Himalayas, the world's highest mountain range. Praised by Bear Grylls, Levison Wood has been called "the toughest man on TV" (The Times UK). Now, following in the footsteps of the great explorers, Levison recounts the beauty and danger he found along the Silk Road route of Afghanistan, the Line of Control between Pakistan and India, the disputed territories of Kashmir and the earth-quake ravaged lands of Nepal. Over the course of six months, Wood and his trusted guides trek 1,700 gruelling miles across the roof of the world. Packed with action and emotion, Walking the Himalayas is the story of one intrepid man's travels in a world poised on the edge of tremendous change.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0989128024

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Hidden in the Himalayas by Anonim Pdf

Children's picture book

Author : G. B. Pant,P. Pradeep Kumar,Jayashree V. Revadekar,Narendra Singh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319616544

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Climate Change in the Himalayas by G. B. Pant,P. Pradeep Kumar,Jayashree V. Revadekar,Narendra Singh Pdf

This book analyzes the issues associated with climate change in the Himalayas. The purpose of choosing the Himalayas as a focus is because it is a particularly fragile mountain system, highly sensitive to climate change impacts, and it contains one of the largest human populations affected by climate change. The book provides extensive data and information regarding the climate history of the Himalayas, and the current effects of climate change on Himalayan weather systems, and on human and animal populations in the region. The book begins with an overview of global climate change with discussions of data trends and international initiatives, then segues into a history of climate changes and weather trends in the Himalayas. Weather systems of the Himalayas, both past and current, are analyzed and detailed through climate models, seasonal observations of weather fronts, and overviews of various climate scenarios. The book then discusses climate change impacts and signat ures specific to the Central Himalayan region, where the largest effects of impacts are observed. Readers will discover analysis presented on water resources, meteorological changes, biodiversity, agriculture and human health along with perspectives of management and policy. This book will appeal to researchers studying climate science, climatology, environmental scientists and policymakers.

Author : Vandana Singh
Publisher : Zubaan
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 8189013394

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Younguncle in the Himalayas by Vandana Singh Pdf

When Younguncle And His Family Head Go Off On A Himalayan Holiday, You Know The Hills Are Never Going To Be The Same Again. Carrying A Message From The Monkeys Of The Plains To Their Mountain-Dwelling Relatives, Younguncle And The Three Children Embark On A Series Of Hilarious Encounters At The Gloomy, Mysterious And Haunted Hotel Pine-Away. As Younguncle Chats With The Monkeys, Debates The True Nature Of Reality With An Off-Beat Sect Of Quantum Banana Spiritualists, The Fate Of The Picturesque Little Valley Hangs In The Balance. Who Is The Strange Rat-Girl, Who Charms The Rodents Out Of Their Hotel? Can The Children And Their Eccentric Uncle Thwart The Plans Of That 50-Lakh Bridegroom, Pradeep Dalmakhni? Can Younguncle Help Dalmakhni S Intended Bride To Escape A Fate Worse Than Death? Or Has He, Finally, Met His Match? For All Those Who Have Been Enchanted By Younguncle In The First Book, This New Adventure Will Be A Delight. And If You Haven T Met Him Before, Younguncle Will Be A Friend For Life!

Author : Lorraine L. Ukens
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1998-03-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780787939700

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Stranded in the Himalayas, Activity by Lorraine L. Ukens Pdf

Build teams that move mountains! Activity participants enjoy a simulated mountain adventure. In thisimaginary setting, they must arrive at consensus in order tosucceed, and they experience the magic of group power: synergy.Participants face fatigue, dehydration, an avalanche, and more.First, they make decisions on their own. Then, joining the group,they compare answers and attempt to agree on the best course ofaction. Participants will: * Listen closely to coworkers * Recognize the benefits of soliciting opinions * Understand the power of synergy . . . and much more! The leader and participants will have a perfect opportunity toexamine the impact of their interpersonal behaviors on one another,on the group's effectiveness, and on the outcome of theiradventure. Every step in preparation, facilitation, and follow-upis carefully detailed in the Leader's Manual. The Activity containsthe engaging simulation--every participant will need a copy. Leaders will watch teams develop and prosper when they are"stranded in the Himalayas."

Author : Ernestine McHugh
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780812202762

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Love and Honor in the Himalayas by Ernestine McHugh Pdf

American anthropologist Ernestine McHugh arrived in the foothills of the Annapurna mountains in Nepal, and, surrounded by terraced fields, rushing streams, and rocky paths, she began one of several sojourns among the Gurung people whose ramro hawa-pani (good wind and water) not only describes the enduring bounty of their land but also reflects the climate of goodwill they seek to sustain in their community. It was in their steep Himalayan villages that McHugh came to know another culture, witnessing and learning the Buddhist appreciation for equanimity in moments of precious joy and inevitable sorrow. Love and Honor in the Himalayas is McHugh's gripping ethnographic memoir based on research among the Gurungs conducted over a span of fourteen years. As she chronicles the events of her fieldwork, she also tells a story that admits feeling and involvement, writing of the people who housed her in the terms in which they cast their relationship with her, that of family. Welcomed to call her host Ama and become a daughter in the household, McHugh engaged in a strong network of kin and friendship. She intimately describes, with a sure sense of comedy and pathos, the family's diverse experiences of life and loss, self and personhood, hope, knowledge, and affection. In mundane as well as dramatic rituals, the Gurungs ever emphasize the importance of love and honor in everyday life, regardless of circumstances, in all human relationships. Such was the lesson learned by McHugh, who arrived a young woman facing her own hardships and came to understand—and experience—the power of their ways of being. While it attends to a particular place and its inhabitants, Love and Honor in the Himalayas is, above all, about human possibility, about what people make of their lives. Through the compelling force of her narrative, McHugh lets her emotionally open fieldwork reveal insight into the privilege of joining a community and a culture. It is an invitation to sustain grace and kindness in the face of adversity, cultivate harmony and mutual support, and cherish life fully.

Author : M. S. Kohli,Kenneth J. Conboy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015056676730

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Spies in the Himalayas by M. S. Kohli,Kenneth J. Conboy Pdf

Spies in the Himalayas chronicles for the first time the details of these expeditions sanctioned by U.S. and Indian intelligence, telling the story of clandestine climbs and hair-raising exploits. Led by legendary Indian mountaineer Mohan S. Kohli, conqueror of Everest, the mission was beset by hazardous climbs, weather delays, aborted attempts, and even missing radioactive materials that may or may not still pose contamination threat to Indian rivers.

Author : Harley Rustad
Publisher : Knopf Canada
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-11
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780735279476

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Lost in the Valley of Death by Harley Rustad Pdf

NATIONAL BESTSELLER ONE OF CBC'S BEST CANADIAN NONFICTION BOOKS OF 2022 For fans of Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild, the riveting story of the unsolved disappearance of an American backpacker in India—one of at least two dozen tourists who have met a similar fate in the remote and storied Parvati Valley. For centuries, India has enthralled Westerners looking for an exotic getaway, a brief immersion in yoga and meditation, or, in rare cases, a true pilgrimage to find spiritual revelation. Justin Alexander Shetler, an inveterate traveler trained in wilderness survival, was one such seeker. In his early thirties, Justin quit his job at a tech startup and set out on a global journey—across the United States by motorcycle, then down to South America, and on to the Philippines, Thailand, and Nepal—in search of authentic experiences and meaningful encounters while documenting his travels on Instagram. His enigmatic character and magnetic personality gained him a devoted following who lived vicariously through his adventures. But the ever-restless explorer was driven to seek out ever-greater extremes, and greater risks, in what had become a personal quest—his own hero’s journey. In 2016, he made his way to the Parvati Valley, a remote and rugged corner of the Indian Himalayas steeped in mystical tradition and shrouded in darkness and danger. There he spent weeks studying under the guidance of a sadhu, an Indian holy man, living and meditating in a cave. At the end of August, accompanied by the sadhu, he set off on a spiritual journey to a holy lake—one from which he would never return. Lost in the Valley of Death is about one man’s search to find himself, in a country where, for many Westerners, the path to spiritual enlightenment can prove fraught, even treacherous. But it is also a story about all of us and the ways, sometimes extreme, we seek fulfillment in life.

Author : Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030679323

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Water, Cryosphere, and Climate Change in the Himalayas by Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar Pdf

This edited book summarizes numerous research studies on remote sensing and GIS of natural resource management for the Himalaya region done by Indian Institutions and Universities over the last decade. It gives an overview of hydrometeorological studies on Himalayan water resources and addresses concerns in the development of water resources in this region, which is dealing with an increased pressure in population, industrialization and economic development. While the source of some of the major rivers of India are found in the Himalayas, the glaciers and water bodies in the region are continuously shrinking leading to a depletion of water and deterioration of water quality. This is affecting a population of up to 2.5 billion people. The ecosystems have been under threat due to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, expansion of agriculture and settlement, overexploitation of natural resources, habitat loss and fragmentation, poaching, mining, construction of roads and large dams, and unplanned tourism. Spaceborne remote sensing with its ability to provide synoptic and repetitive coverage has emerged as a powerful tool for assessment and monitoring of the Himalayan resources and phenomena. This work serves as a resource to students, researchers, scientists, professionals, and policy makers both in India and on a global level.

Author : Paul Brunton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1936
Category : Himalaya Mountains
ISBN : LCCN:41015078

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A Hermit in the Himalayas by Paul Brunton Pdf

Author : Ed Douglas
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2022-01-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9780393882469

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Himalaya by Ed Douglas Pdf

A magisterial history of the Himalaya: an epic story of peoples, cultures, and adventures among the world’s highest mountains. For centuries, the unique and astonishing geography of the Himalaya has attracted those in search of spiritual and literal elevation: pilgrims, adventurers, and mountaineers seeking to test themselves among the world’s most spectacular and challenging peaks. But far from being wild and barren, the Himalaya has been home to a diversity of indigenous and local cultures, a crucible of world religions, a crossroads for trade, and a meeting point and conflict zone for empires past and present. In this landmark work, nearly two decades in the making, Ed Douglas makes a thrilling case for the Himalaya’s importance in global history and offers a soaring account of life at the "roof of the world." Spanning millennia, from the earliest inhabitants to the present conflicts over Tibet and Everest, Himalaya explores history, culture, climate, geography, and politics. Douglas profiles the great kings of Kathmandu and Nepal; he describes the architects who built the towering white Stupas that distinguish Himalayan architecture; and he traces the flourishing evolution of Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism that brought Himalayan spirituality to the world. He also depicts with great drama the story of how the East India Company grappled for dominance with China’s emperors, how India fought Mao’s Communists, and how mass tourism and ecological transformation are obscuring the bloody legacy of the Cold War. Himalaya is history written on the grandest yet also the most human scale—encompassing geology and genetics, botany and art, and bursting with stories of courage and resourcefulness.