The Life of Padmasambhava - by Taranatha

Since it was Padmasambhava who brought Tantric Buddhism to Tibet, he is the most important guru in its lineages. Therefore, any reliable testimony regarding his life is extremely valuable for those who study and practice these teachings in the Western World. Tarantha (1575-?), the author of the biography contained in this book, is one of the major Tibetan historians of his age. His testimony is still considered reliable by Tibetans, and the source of his writings is in the Kama tradition.