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Threads of Awakening: An American Woman’s Journey into Tibet’s Sacred Textile Art

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Book Synopsis: What if you set out to travel the world and got sidetracked in a Himalayan sewing workshop? What if that sidetrack turned out to be your life’s path—your way home? Part art book, part memoir, part spiritual travelogue, Threads of Awakening is a delightful and inspiring blend of adventure and introspection. Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo shares her experience as a California woman traveling to the seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile in India to manage an economic development fund, only to wind up sewing pictures of Buddha instead. Through her remarkable journey, she discovered that a path is made by walking it—and that some of the best paths are made by walking off course. For more than 500 years, Tibetans have been creating sacred images from pieces of silk. Much rarer than paintings and sculptures, these stitched fabric thangkas are among Tibet’s finest artworks. Leslie studied this little-known textile art with two of its brightest living masters and let herself discover where curiosity and devotion can lead. In this book, she reveals the unique stitches of an ancient needlework tradition, introduces the Buddhist deities it depicts, and shares insights into the compassion, interdependence, and possibility they embody. Includes 49 full-color photos and a foreword by the Dalai Lama.

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Tired of the same old books? Looking for something truly extraordinary to dive into? Look no further than Threads of Awakening: An American Woman’s Journey into Tibet’s Sacred Textile Art. This captivating book takes you on a remarkable journey through the life of Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo, a California woman who found her purpose in the unlikeliest of places – a Himalayan sewing workshop. Part art book, part memoir, part spiritual travelogue, Threads of Awakening is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and a fresh perspective.

What sets Threads of Awakening apart is its unique blend of adventure and introspection. Leslie’s experience as a manager of an economic development fund in India leads her to the seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile. Little did she know that her encounter with two of the brightest living masters of Tibetan textile art would change her life forever. Through her remarkable journey, Leslie unravels the secrets of an ancient needlework tradition and discovers the profound wisdom and beauty that lies within the stitched fabric thangkas.

With 49 stunning full-color photos and a heartfelt foreword by the Dalai Lama, Threads of Awakening is not only visually captivating but also deeply insightful. As you dive into the world of Tibetan textile art, you will be introduced to the Buddhist deities depicted in these sacred images and gain a new perspective on compassion, interdependence, and possibility.

If you're tired of conventional narratives and crave a story that celebrates curiosity, courage, and the power of self-discovery, then Threads of Awakening is the book for you. Join Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo on her transformative journey and let her inspire you to embrace the unexpected turns in life that lead to extraordinary paths. Get your copy today and embark on a journey like no other.

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