Tibetan Way of Life, Death, and Rebirth, The – John Peacock
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Description

For sale: a rare and exceptional First Edition, first printing hardcover copy of The Tibetan Way of Life, Death, and Rebirth: The Illustrated Guide to Tibetan Wisdom by John Peacock.  First US Edition unstated, 2012 Chartwell. First Printing with complete number line, 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1.  Beautifully illustrated throughout, with specially commissioned artwork that reflects the rich diversity of Tibetan iconography.

The exterior of the book is in Near Fine condition with spotless, illustrated boards, strong title ink on a square spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, no spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear, and lightly rubbed corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making this an excellent addition to any collection.

The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with mild mild surface and edge wear, and no price on the front flap, as issued. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

The Tibetan Way of Life, Death and Rebirth looks at key themes of Tibetan belief in relation to the vital issues: how to live (including how to meditate and pray), how to prepare for death, how to negotiate the terrifying intermediate state known as bardo, and how to escape from the endless cycle of rebirth. Also covered in The Tibetan Way of Life, Death and Rebirth are the teachings of Tantra and of the lamas, as well as sacred texts such as Milarepa’s A Song of Solitude and the venerable Tibetan Book of the Dead.

In this hardcover edition, readers can explore the Diamond Path of Tantric belief—the spiritual essence within, reached by meditation and yoga. Also captivating are the mystic struggles believed to have kept this sacred land intact, including battles between saints and demons, sorcerers and ogres.

Ships promptly in a secure mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.