Secrets of Shangri-La : quest for sacred caves
(DVD)
Contributors
Published
Washington, D.C. : NGHT, 2009.
ISBN
9781426295669, 1426295669
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (56 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Status
Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| North Kingstown - Non-fiction Media (Lower Level) | DVD 915.4 Sec | On Shelf |
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Published
Washington, D.C. : NGHT, 2009.
Format
DVD
Language
English
ISBN
9781426295669, 1426295669
UPC
727994753841
Notes
General Note
Originally produced in 2009.
General Note
Both features originally shown as a two-part National Geographic Special on PBS in 2009.
Creation/Production Credits
Editor, Jean Dunoyer ; camera, Edgar Boyles ; original music, Lenny Williams.
Participants/Performers
Narrator, Jamie Effros.
Description
"For years, adventurers from all over the world have searched for the mythic paradise of Shangri-La and have found little...until now. Explore sacred Buddhist caves and witness as experts look back into time as they uncover centuries-old manuscripts and stunning wall paintings that have remained undisturbed for years. Has the real Shangri-La finally been discovered? Will it survive the erosion and visitors that the future is bound to bring?" -- Container.
System Details
DVD ; NTSC, Region 1 ; Dolby digital audio 5.1 or stereo ; widescreen.
Language
English audio ; optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Subjects
LC Subjects
Architecture, Ancient -- Conservation and restoration.
Art objects -- Conservation and restoration.
Bon (Tibetan religion) -- History.
Bon (Tibetan religion) -- Sacred books -- Preservation.
Documentary television programs.
Mustang (Nepal : District) -- History.
Nepal -- Antiquities.
Nepal -- History.
Nepal -- Religion.
Nepal -- Social life and customs.
Painting, Ancient -- Conservation and restoration.
Religious articles -- Nepal -- Mustang.
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel.
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- History -- 1951-
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Religion.
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
Art objects -- Conservation and restoration.
Bon (Tibetan religion) -- History.
Bon (Tibetan religion) -- Sacred books -- Preservation.
Documentary television programs.
Mustang (Nepal : District) -- History.
Nepal -- Antiquities.
Nepal -- History.
Nepal -- Religion.
Nepal -- Social life and customs.
Painting, Ancient -- Conservation and restoration.
Religious articles -- Nepal -- Mustang.
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel.
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- History -- 1951-
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Religion.
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Clark, L., & Effros, J. (2009). Secrets of Shangri-La: quest for sacred caves . NGHT.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Clark, Liesl and Jamie. Effros. 2009. Secrets of Shangri-La: Quest for Sacred Caves. NGHT.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Clark, Liesl and Jamie. Effros. Secrets of Shangri-La: Quest for Sacred Caves NGHT, 2009.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Clark, Liesl., and Jamie Effros. Secrets of Shangri-La: Quest for Sacred Caves NGHT, 2009.
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