The Tibetan Book of the Dead by Francesca Fremantle

The Tibetan Book of the Dead

Author: Francesca Fremantle & Chögyam Trungpa (translator)
ISBN: 0877730741
Publisher: Shambhala
Year: 1988
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 122
Language: English

About This Book

One of the most profound and enduring texts of Tibetan Buddhism, The Tibetan Book of the Dead (Bardo Thodol) is a guide to the nature of mind and the journey of consciousness through death and rebirth. Translated by Francesca Fremantle and introduced by the renowned Chögyam Trungpa, this illustrated edition reveals that these ancient teachings are not only a map for navigating death — they are a luminous guide to living with awareness, presence, and liberation. Rich with symbolic imagery and timeless wisdom, this is an essential text for anyone drawn to Buddhist philosophy, consciousness studies, or the deeper mysteries of existence.

Why This Book Is Perfect For You

If you are drawn to the intersection of spirituality, death, and awakening — or if you seek ancient wisdom that speaks directly to the modern soul — this book is a rare and precious find. Its illustrated format makes the esoteric accessible, and Fremantle's translation is widely regarded as one of the most faithful and poetic renderings available. A cornerstone of any sacred library.

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