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Reinhold Messner obviously adapts superbly to altitude and is an outstanding mountaineer, but what marks him out from other climbers are his powers of innovation combined with a sense of realism Chris Bonnington This splendid addition to climbing literature is strongly recommended for its superb photographs, its clear diagrams, and for the frankness of the author The Geographical Magazine On 16 October 1986, Reinhold Messner successfully reached the 8,511-metre summit of Lhotse in Nepal, and thereby became the first man to stand on all fourteen of the world's eight-thousand metre summits - an unbelievable achievement and a sensation in mountaineering history. What motivated Messner to be so dedicated in pursuit of his goal, despite unimaginable hardships, to keep confronting danger and death, loneliness and self-doubt? The answers to these questions can be found in this book. Here, you will get a glimpse of what it takes to mount an expedition to one of the eight-thousanders, and learn to understand Reinhold Messner, witness his unique way of tackling problems, and share the day-to-day experiences of a climber who has pushed himself and Alpinism to new dimensions. This gloriously illustrated account of his stunning achievements is now established as a classic in climbing literature, and will be gripping reading for all those interested in real adventure AUTHOR: Legendary mountaineer Reinhold Messner has written many books including All 14 Eight-Thousanders for Crowood. ILLUSTRATIONS 200 colour & b/w photos

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The Nepalese Caitya: 1500 Years of Buddhist Votive Architecture in the Kathmandu Valley is a landmark study of the small yet spiritually powerful Buddhist monuments that shape the sacred landscape of Nepal. Spanning fifteen centuries of architectural and devotional practice, the book offers the first comprehensive exploration of caityas—votive shrines often referred to as stupas—within the Kathmandu Valley.

Through meticulous fieldwork, historical analysis, and rich visual documentation, the author traces the evolution of caitya design from early Licchavi-period forms to later medieval and early modern elaborations. The study examines their architectural typologies, inscriptions, patronage patterns, ritual functions, and symbolic meanings, revealing how these monuments served not only as religious offerings but also as markers of social identity, memory, and community devotion.

Set against the cultural and urban fabric of the Kathmandu Valley, the book highlights how caityas are integrated into courtyards, crossroads, monastic complexes, and pilgrimage routes. It demonstrates how Newar Buddhist communities sustained and transformed this architectural tradition across centuries of political change while maintaining deep continuity in religious practice.

Scholarly yet accessible, The Nepalese Caitya is an essential resource for students of Buddhist art and architecture, South Asian studies, religious history, and Himalayan culture. Richly illustrated and grounded in epigraphic and archaeological evidence, it remains a foundational reference for understanding the devotional architecture of Nepal and the enduring spiritual presence of the caitya in everyday life.

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