Chasing the Phantom: In Pursuit of Myth and Meaning in the Realm of the Snow Leopard

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After first visiting the Trans-Himalayan region of Ladakh in 1985, the author returned again and again, seeking to catch a glimpse of the phantom of the Himalayas - the elusive snow leopard. In this book, he takes us on an exploration of myth, art, science, and the sacred space of high mountains.
Eduard Fischer takes us on an exploration of myth, art, science, and the sacred space of high mountains. This is an account of adventure and deep reflection. After first visiting the Trans-Himalayan region of Ladakh in 1985, he returned again and again, seeking to catch a glimpse of the phantom of the Himalayas - the elusive snow leopard. During these visits he became enthralled with the unique culture of this ancient mountain kingdom, one of the oldest enclaves of Buddhism. The phantom cat itself becomes, at turns, Eduard's quarry, nemesis, obsession, and finally, in a surprising twist of destiny, his teacher.
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Weight 0.400000
Author Fischer, Eduard
Availability IP
Department Travel Writing
Format Paperback
ISBN 9781848191723
Pages 264
Published 21/05/2014
Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Section Travel Writing: Expeditions
Size Unfolded 23.5x16cm
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