130,000+ Books, Games & Puzzles in-stock 🇳🇿 

Overnight NZ-wide delivery 🚀 | Visit our Auckland bookstore • Open 7 days, 8:30am–5pm

Voice for the Voiceless

Over Seven Decades of Struggle with China for My Land and My People
By His Holiness The Dalai Lama and Unknown author and His Holiness the Dalai Lama
0.0 (0 reviews)
Brief Description
In this unique book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama tells the full story of his 75-year struggle with China to save Tibet and its people. The Dalai Lama has had to contend with the People’s Republic of China his entire life. He was 15 years old... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$3200
Elsewhere:
$3699
OVERNIGHT NZ-WIDE DELIVERY

Found a better price? Request a price match

In this unique book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama tells the full story of his 75-year struggle with China to save Tibet and its people.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

In this unique book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama tells the full story of his 75-year struggle with China to save Tibet and its people.

The Dalai Lama has had to contend with the People’s Republic of China his entire life. He was 15 years old when communist China invaded Tibet in 1950, only 19 when he had his first meeting with Chairman Mao in Beijing, and 24 when he was forced to escape to India and became a leader in exile. Almost 75 years after China’s initial invasion of Tibet, the Dalai Lama has faced communist China’s leaders – Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, Jiang Zemin, Hu Jintao and Xi Jinping – in his effort to protect Tibet and its people.

In Voice for the Voiceless, the Dalai Lama reminds the world of Tibet’s unresolved struggle for freedom and the hardship his people continue to face in their homeland. The book captures his extraordinary life, uncovering what it means to lose your home to a repressive invader and build a life in exile; dealing with the existential crisis of a nation, its people, and its culture and religion; and envisioning the path forward.

Voice for the Voiceless is a powerful testimony from a global icon, sharing both his pain and his enduring hope in his people’s ongoing quest to restore dignity and freedom.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008743772

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 March 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thorsons

Illustration: 27 col plates (16pp)

Audience: General / adult, Primary and secondary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 272

Collections

Asian History Best Sellers at Book Hero Biography & Memoir Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Gift Finder Gifts for adults Gifts under $100 Gifts under $50 His Holiness The Dalai Lama History & Archaeology History & Military In Stock Books Middle Eastern History Māori history gifts New Zealand history gifts Non-Fiction Political Biographies Religion & Spirituality Religion and faith gifts Science & Nature Unknown author World history gifts

About the Author

One of the best-known global figures, His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. He is an important voice for compassion, and in recognition of his advocacy for world peace and environmental concerns, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. After fleeing into exile in 1959, the Dalai Lama has lived as a stateless Tibetan in India, a country he calls his second home.

Also by His Holiness The Dalai Lama

View all
  • Loving Kindness
    This small but mighty book is filled with an inspiring loving kindness meditation for adults and children to practise together. Young readers can discover loving kindness meditation and how to bring positivity to their own lives and the lives of those around them. Beautiful original illustrations engage your child's imagination while the simple words of the meditation can be read...
    By His Holiness The Dalai Lama
    Board book
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $2100
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Peaceful Mind
    This small but mighty book is filled with an inspiring meditation exercise for adults and children to practise together. Young readers can discover breathwork and how to bring calm to a busy mind. Beautiful original illustrations engage your child's imagination while the simple instructions can be read out loud, helping to develop empathy skills. Developed in collaboration with His Holiness...
    By His Holiness The Dalai Lama
    Board book
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $2100
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • The Dalai Lama’s Book of Wisdom
    A little book for those in search of words to calm and inspire. In this gift book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama imparts his message: the importance of love, compassion, and forgiveness. His Holiness the Dalai Lama describes how to bring wisdom and compassion into our busy, stressful everyday lives. A beautiful selection of words from His Holiness that will...
    By His Holiness the Dalai Lama
    Paperback
    $1299
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Heart to Heart
    From His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Mutt’s cartoonist and award-winning author Patrick McDonnell comes a powerful and timely gem of a book on how to heal our relationship with the planet and each other. At the Dalai Lama’s residence in Dharamsala, India, an unusual visitor has arrived. His Holiness interrupts his morning meditation to greet a troubled Giant Panda...
    By Patrick McDonnell and His Holiness the Dalai Lama
    Hardback
    $3500
    Elsewhere:
    $3799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Acts of Kindness
    An engaging and calming collection of acts of kindness for caregivers and children to enjoy together. His Holiness the Dalai Lama teaches the concept of acts of kindness to young readers in this wonderfully illustrated board book for children. An act of kindness can be big or small. It could be as simple as holding the door open for someone,...
    By His Holiness The Dalai Lama
    Board book
    $2100
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Gratitude
    An engaging and calming collection of things to be grateful for caregivers and children to enjoy together. His Holiness the Dalai Lama teaches young readers to practise gratitude in this wonderfully illustrated board book for children. Gratitude can change your perspective of the world, and is a state of mind that can be easily achieved. By noticing the positive aspects...
    By His Holiness The Dalai Lama
    Board book
    $2100
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks

More from Religion & Spirituality

View all
  • NKJV, Gift and Award Bible, Leather-Look, White, Red Letter, Comfort Print
    Commemorate a special accomplishment or event with a gift to be treasured for years to come. The popular and reliable New King James Version with the enhanced readability of Thomas Nelson’s custom NKJV font is now the perfect gift. The NKJV, Gift and Award Bible is a great way to recognise someone for a job well done. This special-occasion Bible...
    By Thomas Nelson
    Paperback
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $2000
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    The Cauldron
    How did an elderly cleric overthrow the Shah of Iran and change the world?Why did Bin Laden attack the USA - and why did the USA destroy Saddam?How did Britain and France carve up the Middle East - and why did the Kurds never get their own state? THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO THE MAKING OF TODAY'S MIDDLE EAST: A SPELLBINDING...
    By Simon Sebag Montefiore
    Hardback
    $4999
    Elsewhere:
    $6000
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • 2027 Witch's Diary - Southern Hemisphere
    From the bestselling authors of Spellcasting, which has now sold over 250,000 copies worldwide, comes the essential witchy journal to plan your days, harness magick, and connect with higher powers. Features include: 8" x 6" (8" x 12" open) Beautiful glossy gold gatefold cover Compact size, perfect to carry in your bag and keep on you throughout the day 12-month...
    By Barbara Meiklejohn-Free and Flavia Kate Peters
    Paperback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Beyond the Gates of Gloriavale
    New Release
    Beyond the Gates of Gloriavale
    'We were told that the leaders were given the power to bind or to lose us from heaven. If I died suddenly, which I always believed was a high possibility, and I didn't meet Hopeful's definition of a good woman of God, I would go to hell.' To survive in Gloriavale, you must submit. And for the first 27 years...
    By Rosanna Overcomer
    Paperback
    $3299
    Elsewhere:
    $3799
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • On Sale
    16% off
    The Screwtape Letters
    A milestone in the history of popular theology, The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis is an iconic classic on spiritual warfare and the power of the devil. This profound and striking narrative unfolds as a series of captivating letters penned by Screwtape, a senior devil in the Infernal Civil Service, to his eager but inexperienced nephew, Wormwood. Wormwood is...
    By C. S. Lewis
    Paperback
    $1600
    Elsewhere:
    $2200
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • NIV, Economy Bible, Paperback
    The New International Version of the Bible is today's most popular modern-English translation. This low-cost Bible with extra helps is perfect for churches and ministries looking to distribute God's Word through their outreach events. Features include: Complete text of the New International Version NIV sectional headings Translator footnotes Plan of salvation Table of weights and measures
    Paperback
    $1000
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • On Sale
    16% off
    Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith
    From the bestselling author of Hillbilly Elegy – an intimate account of why Vice President JD Vance strayed from the Christianity of his youth and what led him back to faith. Communion is a spiritual exploration of what it means to be a Christian in all the seasons of life JD Vance has experienced – as a child, a young man,...
    By J. D. Vance
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3699
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • The King Is Coming
    Bestselling author John Bevere challenges Christians to take a fresh and honest look at one of the most often misunderstood and avoided truths of the Christian faith—the second coming of Jesus. Through personal testimony, biblical accuracy, and practical guidance, readers will be inspired to live a life of spiritual vigilance as they prepare for the glorious return of our King....
    By John Bevere
    Paperback
    $2999
    Elsewhere:
    $3500
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • 2027 Lunar and Seasonal Diary - Southern Hemisphere
    Renowned witch Stacey Demarco helps you get the most out of the moon phases and seasons. This planner includes lunar timings and explanations of the moon phases and their impact on us along with practical magical suggestions to work with the energies of each season.Features include: • 8"" x 6"" planner (8"" x 12"" open) • Spiral binding allows the pages to...
    By Stacey Demarco
    Paperback
    $2999
    Elsewhere:
    $3799
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • On Sale
    11% off
    Mere Christianity
    Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis is a profound literary work that offers a compelling and articulate exploration of the Christian faith. This timeless classic emerged from a series of radio talks given by Lewis during the dark days of World War II, where he aimed to demystify the essence of Christianity and present a logical case for its core...
    By C. S. Lewis
    Paperback
    $1700
    Elsewhere:
    $2200
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • On Sale
    18% off
    NIV, Gift and Award Bible, Leather-Look, Pink, Red Letter, Comfort Print
    Bibles make great gifts! This leather-look NIV Gift and Award Bible is economically priced so you can share the life-changing Word of God with more people. Perfect for special events or acts of kindness, this gift Bible is arranged in two columns with the words of Jesus in red, along with a presentation page for gift-giving, maps, and other Bible...
    By Zondervan
    Paperback
    $1800
    Usually:
    $2200
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • The Orthodox Study Bible, Hardcover
    The Orthodox Study Bible, Hardcover is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the Scriptures through the lens of ancient Christian traditions. This comprehensive study Bible represents a groundbreaking effort to present the Bible of the early church to the modern world, reflecting the rich heritage and profound spiritual wisdom of Orthodox Christianity, which is the...
    Hardback
    $5999
    Elsewhere:
    $7000
    In Stock
    Ships today

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.

The Latest at Book Hero

View all