Dictionary of the Lepcha-Language

Dictionary of the Lepcha-Language

Author: George Byres Mainwaring

Publisher: Arkose Press

Published: 2015-11-03

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 9781345853285

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A Grammar Of Lepcha

A Grammar Of Lepcha

Author: Heleen Plaisier

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 9004155252

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This highly readable book is the first comprehensive reference grammar of the Lepcha language of Darjeeling, Sikkim and Kalimpong. This grammar explains the structure of the language, its sound system and salient features, and includes a lexicon and cultural history.


Human Ecology of Sikkim

Human Ecology of Sikkim

Author: Kuldip Singh Gulia

Publisher: Gyan Publishing House

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9788178353258

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A historic view on the human ecology of sikkim; the culture and structure of local ecosystems, human ecosystems, various richness of human ecosystems, monasteries and the monastic architecture, customs and their eco-biological significances, spirit possession, shamans and Jhakis, ethno-botany and adaptations. A complete guide to the tourist industry policy makers and scholars.


Tibetan Demonology

Tibetan Demonology

Author: Christopher Bell

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2020-07-16

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 1108587097

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Tibetan Demonology discusses the rich taxonomy of gods and demons encountered in Tibet. These spirits are often the cause of, and exhorted for, diverse violent and wrathful activities. This Element consists of four thematic sections. The first section, 'Spirits and the Body', explores oracular possession and spirit-induced illnesses. The second section, 'Spirits and Time', discusses the role of gods in Tibetan astrology and ritual calendars. The third section, 'Spirits and Space', examines the relationship between divinities and the Tibetan landscape. The final section, 'Spirits and Doctrine', explores how certain deities act as fierce protectors of religious and political institutions.