Himalaya: personal stories of grandeur, challenge, and hope

Fust as the dew is dried by the morning sun, so are the sins of humankind by the sight of the Himalaya.
-Skanda Purana

AS SOLID AS A ROCK, as eternal as its deities, as fragile as the dawn: Will the Himalaya survive the pressures of the modern day? Its people embody courage and compassion, yet they face political strife, regional rancor, economic hardship, and environmental deterioration. In this collection of personal accounts and stunning images, clear-sighted writers and photographers share their firsthand knowledge, stories, and visions and offer rare insights into this cherished realm.

As you trek through the Himalaya by reading this book, I hope that you are as I indelibly impressed as I have been that the people, the environment, and the culture are deserving of our attention and care.
-President Jimmy Carter