| Author: | Gary D. Conrad | ISBN: | 9781568251226 |
| Publisher: | Rainbow Books, Inc. | Publication: | March 19, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Rainbow Books, Inc. | Language: | English |
| Author: | Gary D. Conrad |
| ISBN: | 9781568251226 |
| Publisher: | Rainbow Books, Inc. |
| Publication: | March 19, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Rainbow Books, Inc. |
| Language: | English |
Adventure Into and Beyond the Cloaked Sanctuary of Death . . .
The Lhasa Trilogy is debut, character-driven, New Age (Visionary/Metaphysical) and historical fiction. Set in rural Oklahoma, Iwo Jima, Japan, Tibet and India. The Lhasa Trilogy was the first place winner in both the New Age and Visionary/Metaphysical Fiction categories for the 2012 International Book Awards, won a Silver Medal for cover design in the 2012 FPA President’s Book Award, and garnered a silver medal in the Fiction category in the 2013 Nautilus Book Awards.
On a frigid night at Tibet’s Drepung Monastery, Lama Tenzin Tashi is awakened by a fervent knocking
on his door. Quickly he realizes these raps are a dreaded harbinger, one which will launch him on a
quest to satisfy a vow, a blasphemous promise he wishes he had never made. But at this point, the lama has no other choice. The journey must be undertaken, no matter the cost.
Thus begins an odyssey that spans not only his life, but also the life of a man born near the small town of Davidson, Oklahoma. Who could comprehend how inexplicably intertwined their pathways would become as they pushed aside the veil that concealed the hidden secrets of death?
Praise for The Lhasa Trilogy—
“This intriguing novel by Gary Conrad brings together East and West and shines an interesting light on The Tibetan Book of the Dead and reincarnation. Enjoy it — I certainly did!.”
—Ram Dass, author of Be Here Now
“In this intriguing book, we are transported on a journey from the dark into the light, a pathway we
must all take in our quest for the Ultimate Reality. Highly recommended.”
—Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Healing Words and The Power of Premonitions
“The Lhasa Trilogy is a great story well told. Gary Conrad takes you on a magnificent journey across
cultures and across time with scenes so vivid you will think you were there. It is filled with cultural
and spiritual insights that will delight you, inform you and inspire you. It is a wonder filled book and
worth the read!”
—D. Franklin Schultz, author of A Language of the Heart
“Gary Conrad’s novel tells the fascinating story of the spiritual journey of Matthew Walker Johnson through war and peace, love and death, despair and enlightenment. The book is also a masterful introduction to the tenets of Tibetan Buddhism, using Buddhist teachings to weave together three lives in one of the most innovative plots I have ever encountered. The emotionality of the book touched me deeply.”
—Richard S. Ellis, author of Blinding Pain, Simple Truth
“Drawing on ancient wisdom, The Lhasa Trilogy is a rich, layered tale that takes us on an intriguing
adventure. Brilliant and insightful.”
—Joan Korenblit, Respect Diversity Foundation
“Gary Conrad has written an imaginative and profoundly wise book. The reader’s reward is a feast
for both the head and the heart. Enjoy!”
—Dr. Robin R. Meyers, author of Saving Jesus from the Church
“Gary Conrad’s The Lhasa Trilogy is a fantastic summer read. The refreshingly original storyline crosses over lifetimes and religions to weave a beautiful story of human redemption and responsibility. Presented in three acts, The Lhasa Trilogy, shines light on an all-American boy’s journey from youth to a tragedy in mid-life that shapes his destiny. From the heart of America to the mystical depths of Tibet and beyond, The Lhasa Trilogy delivers an exciting and unique journey. A highly recommended read!”
—USA Book News
Adventure Into and Beyond the Cloaked Sanctuary of Death . . .
The Lhasa Trilogy is debut, character-driven, New Age (Visionary/Metaphysical) and historical fiction. Set in rural Oklahoma, Iwo Jima, Japan, Tibet and India. The Lhasa Trilogy was the first place winner in both the New Age and Visionary/Metaphysical Fiction categories for the 2012 International Book Awards, won a Silver Medal for cover design in the 2012 FPA President’s Book Award, and garnered a silver medal in the Fiction category in the 2013 Nautilus Book Awards.
On a frigid night at Tibet’s Drepung Monastery, Lama Tenzin Tashi is awakened by a fervent knocking
on his door. Quickly he realizes these raps are a dreaded harbinger, one which will launch him on a
quest to satisfy a vow, a blasphemous promise he wishes he had never made. But at this point, the lama has no other choice. The journey must be undertaken, no matter the cost.
Thus begins an odyssey that spans not only his life, but also the life of a man born near the small town of Davidson, Oklahoma. Who could comprehend how inexplicably intertwined their pathways would become as they pushed aside the veil that concealed the hidden secrets of death?
Praise for The Lhasa Trilogy—
“This intriguing novel by Gary Conrad brings together East and West and shines an interesting light on The Tibetan Book of the Dead and reincarnation. Enjoy it — I certainly did!.”
—Ram Dass, author of Be Here Now
“In this intriguing book, we are transported on a journey from the dark into the light, a pathway we
must all take in our quest for the Ultimate Reality. Highly recommended.”
—Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Healing Words and The Power of Premonitions
“The Lhasa Trilogy is a great story well told. Gary Conrad takes you on a magnificent journey across
cultures and across time with scenes so vivid you will think you were there. It is filled with cultural
and spiritual insights that will delight you, inform you and inspire you. It is a wonder filled book and
worth the read!”
—D. Franklin Schultz, author of A Language of the Heart
“Gary Conrad’s novel tells the fascinating story of the spiritual journey of Matthew Walker Johnson through war and peace, love and death, despair and enlightenment. The book is also a masterful introduction to the tenets of Tibetan Buddhism, using Buddhist teachings to weave together three lives in one of the most innovative plots I have ever encountered. The emotionality of the book touched me deeply.”
—Richard S. Ellis, author of Blinding Pain, Simple Truth
“Drawing on ancient wisdom, The Lhasa Trilogy is a rich, layered tale that takes us on an intriguing
adventure. Brilliant and insightful.”
—Joan Korenblit, Respect Diversity Foundation
“Gary Conrad has written an imaginative and profoundly wise book. The reader’s reward is a feast
for both the head and the heart. Enjoy!”
—Dr. Robin R. Meyers, author of Saving Jesus from the Church
“Gary Conrad’s The Lhasa Trilogy is a fantastic summer read. The refreshingly original storyline crosses over lifetimes and religions to weave a beautiful story of human redemption and responsibility. Presented in three acts, The Lhasa Trilogy, shines light on an all-American boy’s journey from youth to a tragedy in mid-life that shapes his destiny. From the heart of America to the mystical depths of Tibet and beyond, The Lhasa Trilogy delivers an exciting and unique journey. A highly recommended read!”
—USA Book News
