Shambhala (Nicholas Roerich: Collected Writings)

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Shambhala: In Search of the New Era by Nicholas Roerich blends spiritual philosophy, travel narrative, and esoteric tradition as it recounts Roerich’s journey through Central Asia in search of the legendary kingdom of Shambhala. The book presents Shambhala not merely as a mythical land, but as a symbol of i er enlightenment and future spiritual awakening, rooted in Tibetan Buddhism and Theosophical thought. Roerich intertwines local legends, Buddhist teachings, and apocalyptic prophecy, portraying Shambhala as a hidden center of wisdom guiding humanity toward a higher evolutionary destiny.

His account serves both as a geopolitical reflection of his time and a metaphysical vision of a coming enlightened age. Author Nicholas Roerich Author Info Nicholas Roerich (1874-1947) is known first and foremost as a painter. His paintings, of which there are thousands around the world, explore the mythic origins, the natural beauty, and the spiritual strivings of humanity and of the world.

But Nicholas Roerich was as prolific a writer as he was a painter. He wrote books, poetry, and almost-daily essays on life and events (called Diary Leaves).Many of these writings have been unavailable for decades. They will therefore be new to many readers.

It is our hope that bringing these volumes to light again will expand awareness of the vast range and depth of Roerich’s interests and insights into human nature and cultural history. ISBN-13 978-1947016071 Publisher Nicholas Roerich Museum Publication Date April 14, 2017 Edition Revised Binding Paperback Condition New Page Count 258 Pages