Butter Tea at Sunrise by Britta Das

Butter Tea at Sunrise by Britta Das

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Set against the dramatic scenery of the Himalaya, this memoir reveals hardships and happiness in a land almost untouched by the West - Bhutan. When Britta, a young physiotherapist, goes to work in a remote village hospital, her good intentions are put to the test amid monsoons, fleas and shocking conditions.

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Butter Tea at Sunrise by Britta Das

Often seen as a magical paradise at the end of the world, Bhutan is inaccessible to most travellers. Set against the dramatic scenery of the Himalaya, this beautiful memoir reveals hardships and happiness in a land almost untouched by the West. When Britta, a young physiotherapist, goes to work in a remote village hospital, her good intentions are put to the test amid monsoons, fleas and shocking conditions. But as she visits homes in the mountains and learns the mysteries of tantric Buddhism, the country casts its enduring spell. Gaining insights into the traditions of this mystical kingdom, she makes friends and falls in love. Bhutan will change her life forever.
Britta Das lives in Canada with her husband and two daughters. Buttertea at Sunrise, is her first book.
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ISBN 13 9781840244984
ISBN 10 1840244984
Title Butter Tea at Sunrise
Author Britta Das
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
Year published 2006-05-08
Number of pages 320
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.