How does David-Neel treat religion and the religious culture of the people she meets in Tibet?

David-Neel writes in the preface that she avoids anything to do with politics. Is this attitude born out in the rest of the book?

What is David-Neel's opinion of Tibet's political situation?

David-Neel assumes several different disguises during her journey. Why is this?

Discuss the relationship between David-Neel and Yongden. What are their roles? How do they rely on one another?

What draws David-Neel so strongly to the land of Tibet?

What is David-Neels purpose for traveling to Lhasa?