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K. Mizuno, L. Tenpa Himalayan Nature and Tibetan Buddhist Culture in , A Study of Monpa

Series: International Perspectives in Geography, Vol. 6

▶ Gives an up-to-date description of the situation of the state of Arunachal Pradesh ▶ Presents the society and culture of the Monpa people, who have historically deep ties with and the Tibetan Buddhist faith ▶ Provides insightful analysis of human life related to , , animism and the nature and agriculture in the Monpa people’s area

This is the first book to systematically describe the formation and historical changes of the Monpa people’s area (Monyul) through its nature, society, culture, religion, agriculture, 2015, XIV, 196 p. 147 illus., 65 illus. in color. and historically deep ties with , Tibet, and the Tibetan Buddhist faith. The state of Arunachal Pradesh is located in the northeastern part of India, surrounded by the borders of , Bhutan, and Tibet (). There has been a long history of conflict over Printed book the sovereignty of this area between India and China. Foreigners were prohibited from Hardcover entering the state until the 1990s and the area has been veiled in secrecy until recently. ▶ 119,99 € | £109.99 | $149.99 Thus, there are not many academically researched works on the region. This book serves ▶ *128,39 € (D) | 131,99 € (A) | CHF 141.50 as an essential guide for anyone who would like to learn about a unique geographical area of Monpa. eBook Available from your bookstore or ▶ springer.com/shop

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