This magnificient collection showed at the Portland (Oregon) Art Museum several years ago. In terms of the quality of the thanka paintings, bronzes and ritual items gathered for the exhibit and reproduced in gorgeous full-color detail in this book, it is second only to "Wisdom and Compassion." The latter benefited from a national audience, widespread publicity, and publication of its catalog by the nation's largest art book publisher. By comparison, this handsome volume is almost unknown. The collection includes unflinching depictions of deeply esoteric symbolism found nowhere else. This book is not only a true bargain but also a must-have for anyone interested in Tibetan art. Although I have many more recent books on the subject, this is one I return to again and again, with great joy and appreciation.

This is an expensive, coffee table book of Tibetan Art but it is well worth it. The color photos are numerous and large. The text is well documented and very readable without being too dry and academic. Highly reccomended.

Compiled and organized by Pratapaditya Pal, Himalayas: An Aesthetic Adventure is a stunning artbook quality collection of sculptures, illuminated pages, pigment on cotton artworks, and more -- all skillfully crafted across centuries of Himalayan history. Full-color photography and an extensive, scholarly text filled the pages of Himalayas: An Aesthetic Adventure with history, anecdotes, and insights to create a seminal and impressive work which is very highly recommended for Art History collections and enthusiasts.

The collection of pieces and images in this book are truly breathtaking. The ability to link the art forms of music, dance, and art are essential to the understanding of Indian treasures. A wonderful book to own as a reference.

I had bought this volume at the time of exhibition in Sydney. Since then it has been a pleasure to visit it off and on. It is one of the good collections, and provides an excellent overview to the Indian arts. It is strongly recommended as the first volume, or as an addition to the existing treasures. Good value for money.

If you're interested in the history of Indian dance and music as well as historic Indian art and ancient religions - this book is a must have! It is chock full of pictures and descriptions of dancers, musicians and relevant dieties in Indian art. Most of the pictures are quite old, with the bulk being pre-1600. If you are a medieval history junkie, this is a real find. The photography and publication quality are excellent.

The authors also do a great job with their descriptions. To the best of my knowledge there were no inaccuracies in their descriptions of dance movements. In fact there was a better than normal set of definitions and terminology in this book than I've seen elsewhere.

Good information on Jain Art and detailed explanation of each item from a historical and Jain view. Several pictures and details are presented with information about Jainism.

This is a wonderful book with many color and b&w illustrations of Jain art. The book also chronicles Jain history and culture and its relationship to Art