The Bhutanese Guide to Happiness: Words of Wisdom from the World's Happiest Nation
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Bhutanese Guide to Happiness: Words of Wisdom from the World's Happiest Nation
By (Author) Gyongpo Tshering
Hachette Australia
Hachette Australia
20th August 2013
Australia
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
152.42
Physical Properties
Paperback
224
Width 128mm, Height 198mm, Spine 17mm
190g
Description
From the country where happiness is valued above material wealth comes a treasure trove of wisdom, inspiration and humour. Collected from the tiny kingdom of Bhutan in the Eastern Himalayas, these proverbs reflect the Bhutanese people s dedication to treating everyone with kindness and respect, and their sense of fun. Sometimes profound and often thought provoking, these simple quotes remind us that happiness can be achieved through being compassionate, affectionate and ready to enjoy life.
Author Bio
Gyonpo Tshering was awarded B.A. in Buddhist Philosophy from Semtolha Rigzhung Institute in 1975 and joined the civil service in the same year. After serving many offices such as the Department of Education, His Majesty's Secretariat, Royal Advisory Council, and Ministry of Home Affairs as Under Secretary, he joined the National Library and Archives. He is currently Chief Librarian at the National Library of Bhutan in the capital, Thimphu, where he lives. He has translated and written a number of books on Bhutanese history and religion.
