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In 2008, the Chinese government cracked down on protests throughout Tibet, and journalist Amy Yee found herself covering a press conference with the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala, his exile home in India. She never imagined a personal encounter with the spiritual leader would spark a global, fourteen-year journey to spotlight the stories of Tibetans in exile. As she documents how Tibetans live between worlds, Yee comes to know ordinary but extraordinary people like Topden, a monk and unlikely veterinary assistant; Norbu, a chef and political refugee; and Deckyi and Dhondup, a couple forced to leave their middle-class lives in Lhasa. Yee follows them to other parts of India and across oceans and four continents where they forge new lives while sustaining Tibetan identity and culture.
Weaving a sweeping travel narrative with intimate on-the-ground reportage, Far from the Rooftop of the World tells these stories and others against the backdrop of milestones and events in Tibet's recent history – many memorable, too many tragic. The resulting portrait illuminates the humanity, strength, and perseverance of a people whose homeland is in crisis.
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Experience the captivating journey of journalist Amy Yee as she unveils the stories of Tibetan refugees in her book, "Far from the Rooftop of the World: Travels among Tibetan Refugees on Four Continents". In this remarkable travel narrative, Yee takes you on an extraordinary adventure spanning across four continents to shed light on the lives of Tibetans living between worlds.
Through her encounters with ordinary but remarkable individuals like Topden, a monk-turned-veterinary assistant, Norbu, a chef and political refugee, and Deckyi and Dhondup, a couple forced to leave their comfortable lives in Lhasa, Yee offers a firsthand account of their struggles, resilience, and unwavering commitment to preserving their Tibetan identity and culture.
Immerse yourself in the pages of "Far from the Rooftop of the World" as Yee paints a vivid picture of the milestones and tragic events that have shaped Tibet's recent history. From the 2008 government crackdown on protests to her exclusive coverage of the Dalai Lama's press conference in Dharamsala, Yee's narrative provides valuable context and insight into the crisis faced by Tibetans today.
Dive into this powerful and thought-provoking book that celebrates the humanity, strength, and perseverance of a people amidst adversity. Join Amy Yee on her fourteen-year journey and discover the resilience of Tibetans as they forge new lives while navigating the challenges posed by exile.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening tale. Get your copy of Far from the Rooftop of the World today and embark on a captivating expedition that will leave you inspired and enlightened.
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