Name: The Taming of the Demons: The Epic of Gesar of Ling, Book two (en Inglés)
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ISBN: 9781611808964

portada The Taming of the Demons: The Epic of Gesar of Ling, Book two (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Shambhala Publications Inc

Año

2021

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

536

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

ISBN13

9781611808964

Categorías

Asia
Historia de asia

The Taming of the Demons: The Epic of Gesar of Ling, Book two (en Inglés)

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A newly translated volume of the centuries-old spiritual epic of King Gesar.For centuries, the epic tale of Gesar of Ling has been told across Asia. This epic is a living oral tradition, performed widely by singers and bards and beloved especially in Tibet. Considered the longest single piece of literature in the world canon, the epic of Gesar chronicles the legend of King Gesar of Ling, a heroic figure known for his fearless leadership. The epic encompasses some 120 volumes and nearly 20 million words, and there are numerous versions across cultures.This book is the first English translation of the fourth volume of this sweeping literary work, with stories from after Gesar's coronation to the throne of Ling. This volume focuses on battles won and strategies applied, as the warrior-king Gesar fended off demons and liberated his foes. Though largely a violent account focused on his superhuman prowess in battle, this volume is rich with ethical proverbs that inform Tibetan culture to this day. A significant work of legend, the epic of Gesar is also a vital part of Tibetan Buddhism, as Gesar is said to have been chosen by celestial beings to restore order and destroy anti-Buddhist forces.The epic of Gesar is the cultural touchstone of Tibet, analogous to the Iliad or the Odyssey. While Book One covers Gesar's birth, youth, and rise to power, this volume recounts the martial victories and magical feats that made him a legendary figure to so many.