Table of Contents

Foreword Preface to the English edition by Katia Buffetrille Acknowledgments Abbreviations and Conventions Maps I. Historical Facts II. Human Rights III. Policies toward the Dalai Lama IV. Population V. Religious Belief VI. Right to Autonomy VII. Culture and Education VIII. Economic Development IX. Livelihood of the People X. About the Riots in Lhasa A Comparative Chronology of Tibet and China Glossary References Contributors

About the Author

Anne-Marie Blondeau is Honorary Professor of Tibetan Studies and Katia Buffetrille is a Research Fellow, both at Ecole Pratique des Hautes Etudes in Paris. Donald Lopez is Arthur E. Link Distinguished Professor of Buddhist and Tibetan Studies at the University of Michigan.

Reviews

"This book is a must read for anyone paying attention to recent events in Tibet." Buddhadharma "Not likely to be surpassed as the definitive book of reference on Tibet for quite some time." Far Eastern Review "Not likely to be surpassed as the definitive book of reference on Tibet for quite some time." Far Eastern Economic Review "An excellent starting point for scholars researching the issues and a clear explanation of the situation for general readers." Choice "Essential... The book is measured and informed... A nuanced, detailed, up-to-date account." -- Geoffrey Samuel, Cardiff University, UK European Legacy