House of Snow

Name: House of Snow
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781803287416
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An Anthology of the Greatest Writing About Nepal

Summary

House of Snow is an absorbing journey through the icy and mysterious landscapes of the Himalayas. It delves into the cultural richness, spiritual depth, and breathtaking adventures encountered on these majestic heights. The narrative combines personal travel experiences with historical insights, offering a captivating exploration of one of the world's most storied mountain ranges.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for exploring the culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes of Nepal. It provides engaging perspectives from various authors, capturing the essence of travel and adventure amidst the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas.

House of Snow

A collection of stories, poems and articles about Nepal covering the length and breadth of this enchanting nation and its people.

A ground-breaking collection of stories, poems and articles about Nepal covering the length and breadth of this enchanting nation and its people.

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A ground-breaking collection of stories, poems and articles about Nepal covering the length and breadth of this enchanting nation and its people.

'If you want a book in English that tells you about Nepalese thinking, and gives a taste of the country's contemporary literature, you could hardly do better than House of Snow' Daily Telegraph

'One of the finest books I have read this year' Nudge Books

'A well-curated sliver of works that highlight the richness and variety of Nepal's literary contribution' Kathmandu Post

In 2015, Sagarmatha frowned. Tectonic plates moved. A deadly earthquake devastated Nepal. In the wake of disaster, House of Snow brings together over 50 excerpts of fiction and non-fiction celebrating the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of this fascinating country.

Here are explorers and mountaineers, poets and political journalists, national treasures and international celebrities. Featuring a diverse cast of writers such as Michael Palin and Jon Krakauer, Lakshmiprasad Devko?a and Lil Bahadur Chettri – all hand-picked by well-known authors and scholars of Nepali literature including Samrat Upadhyay, Michael Hutt, Isabella Tree and Thomas Bell. House of Snow is the biggest, most comprehensive and most beautiful collection of writing about Nepal in print.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

House of Snow is praised as an extraordinary anthology that showcases immense courage and forbearance amid challenging themes, according to TLS. Nudge Book describes it as one of the finest and most diverse reads of the year. The Daily Telegraph recommends it as an excellent introduction to Nepalese thought and contemporary literature. Adventure Travel and Kathmandu Post highlight its richness and variety, while Wanderlust appreciates the collection of fabulous literature on Nepal.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781803287416

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 December 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Apollo

Contributors:

Edited by Ellen Parnavelas
Foreword by Ranulph Fiennes
Introduction by Ed Douglas

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 592

Collections

Asian History Biography & Memoir General Fiction History & Military Literary Fiction Non-Fiction Travel & Adventure

About the Author

Ellen Parnavelas is a publisher and editor specialising in illustrated and narrative non-fiction books. She has worked for Phaidon Press, Bloomsbury, Head of Zeus and Goldsmiths Press. Samrat Upadhyay is a Nepali fiction author and Professor of Creative Writing at Indiana University. Thomas Bell is a non-fiction author and journalist. He covered the civil war in Nepal for the Daily Telegraph and The Economist. Isabella Tree is a travel writer, biographer and journalist. Her book Living Goddess was published by Penguin. Michael Hutt is Professor of Nepali and Himalayan Studies at SOAS.