CEUS U284 0645 Sperling
Civilization of Tibet
About the
Instructor
This course is designed to introduce the student to the diverse aspects of Tibetan Civilization.
Making extensive use of slides and other audio-visual materials, it is intended to cover in a general
and introductory manner areas that are dealt with individually and in depth in more specialized
courses in the Tibetan Studies program of the Department of Central Eurasian Studies. Topics
that will be treated in this course include Tibet's literature, art, religion, society, history, and
language. The course is strongly recommended for undergraduates intending to take higher level
courses in the department's Tibetan Studies program.
Requirements: Mid-term and final examination, and very short paper.
Texts: R.A. Stein, Tibetan Civilization; Heinrich Harrer, Seven Years in Tibet.
Days and Times: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11:15-12:05.