Nepal has a rich literary tradition, with a wide range of books across different genres. Here are some of the best books from Nepal that you might want to consider reading:
"Palpasa Cafe" by Narayan Wagle - This novel is a love story set during the Nepalese civil war and is considered a modern classic of Nepali literature.
"Arresting God in Kathmandu" by Samrat Upadhyay - A collection of short stories that explore the complexities of life in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal.
"The Snow Leopard" by Peter Matthiessen - A travelogue and memoir about the author's journey to Nepal to study and observe the elusive snow leopard.
"The Gurkhas: The Inside Story of the World's Most Feared Soldiers" by John Parker - A fascinating account of the history and traditions of the Nepalese Gurkha soldiers,historys.
"Everest: The First Ascent" by Harriet Tuckey - A biography of Tenzing Norgay, the Nepalese Sherpa who, along with Sir Edmund Hillary, became the first person to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
"The Living Goddess" by Isabella Tree - A non-fiction account of the Kumari, a young Nepalese girl believed to be the living incarnation of the goddess Taleju.
"The Hidden Life of Trees" by Peter Wohlleben - Although not written by a Nepali author, this international bestseller has been translated into Nepali and explores the fascinating world of trees and forests, which play an important role in Nepalese culture and ecology.
These are just a few of the many great books from Nepal that you might enjoy reading. I hope this list gives you a good starting point for exploring Nepalese literature and culture!
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