60 Illustrations, black and white; 175 Illustrations, color
Publishing Details
Publisher
Hansjorg Mayer
Imprint
Hansjorg Mayer
Publication Date
31 May 1999
Publication Country
United Kingdom
Description
For hundreds of years the golden stupa of the Shwedagon, the pagoda enshrining the sacred hairs of the Buddha, has dominated the landscape of Ragoon. Since the 19th century, it has been the spiritual symbol of the entire Burmese nation. This work provides a multi-faceted view of the magnificent Buddhist shrine. It contains a series of photographs which seek to capture the atmosphere and vibrancy of a visit to the Shwedagon. The text discusses the history and evolution of the stupa, illustrated with old pictures and plans.
Author Biography
Dr Elizabeth Moore is Emeritus Professor at SoAS and has undertaken research in Myanmar (Burma), Cambodia, and Thailand.
