Robert A.F. Thurman on Tibet (2002)
• July 2nd, 2002 • 4h 0min
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Robert Thurman, one of America's leading voices for sanity and peace in the new millennium, explores the history and culture of Tibet -- from its ancient past to modern times. Topics covered include the development of the monastic system, the institution of the Dalai Lama, modern Tibetan history, the Chinese invasion of Tibet and much more.
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