Snow Lion Manual of Standard Tibetan - Language and Civilization

Master the everyday speech of Lhasa with the Manual of Standard Tibetan. This comprehensive guide covers the language as it is used currently in Tibet and throughout the Tibetan diaspora. Beyond grammar, the text provides context by exploring key aspects of Tibetan civilization and Vajrayana Buddhism. Through forty-one structured lessons, learners gain a deep understanding of the culture. The manual includes many drawings and photographs to aid learning, along with two informative political and linguistic maps of Tibet. To support spoken proficiency, two included CDs provide an essential oral component. A detailed introduction offers a linguistic overview of both spoken and written Tibetan, making this an ideal resource for students of the language and culture.