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Book Synopsis: Through a lyrical narrative of her journey to Tibet in 2007, activist Canyon Sam contemplates modern history from the perspective of Tibetan women. Traveling on China's new "Sky Train," she celebrates Tibetan New Year with the Lhasa family whom she'd befriended decades earlier and concludes an oral-history project with women elders. As she uncovers stories of Tibetan women's courage, resourcefulness, and spiritual strength in the face of loss and hardship since the Chinese occupation of Tibet in 1950, and observes the changes wrought by the controversial new rail line in the futuristic "new Lhasa," Sam comes to embrace her own capacity for letting go, for faith, and for acceptance. Her glimpse of Tibet's past through the lens of the women - a visionary educator, a freedom fighter, a gulag survivor, and a child bride - affords her a unique perspective on the state of Tibetan culture today - in Tibet, in exile, and in the widening Tibetan diaspora.
Gracefully connecting the women's poignant histories to larger cultural, political, and spiritual themes, the author comes full circle, finding wisdom and wholeness even as she acknowledges Tibet's irreversible changes. For more about the author, go to http://www.canyonsam.com/skytrain.html.
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Discover the untold stories of courage, resilience, and spirituality in "Sky Train: Tibetan Women on the Edge of History" by Canyon Sam. In this captivating narrative, you'll embark on a journey through Tibet and witness the extraordinary lives of Tibetan women. Experience the essence of their culture, fraught with loss and hardship since the Chinese occupation in 1950.
Canyon Sam's lyrical prose takes you on a remarkable adventure aboard China's new "Sky Train." Explore the futuristic "new Lhasa" and meet a beloved Lhasa family that Sam has nurtured a friendship with over decades. Delve into the unwavering spirit of Tibetan women as they navigate the changes brought about by the controversial rail line, and witness their unwavering faith, resourcefulness, and strength.
This book is a window into Tibet's past, shedding light on the lives of extraordinary women who have shaped its history. From visionary educators to freedom fighters, each chapter tells a story that transcends time and place. Uncover the wisdom and resilience of a gulag survivor, a child bride, and more, and behold the kaleidoscope of Tibetan culture, both in Tibet and among the diaspora.
"Sky Train" immerses you in an unforgettable journey, connecting the stories of these remarkable women to broader cultural, political, and spiritual themes. Canyon Sam beautifully weaves these threads together, offering you a new perspective on the state of Tibetan culture today. Embrace the wisdom of letting go, have faith in the face of adversity, and accept the irreversible changes that have befallen Tibet.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this enlightening voyage with "Sky Train: Tibetan Women on the Edge of History." Visit http://www.canyonsam.com/skytrain.html to learn more about the author and dive into this captivating tale.
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