Alexandra David-Néel: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alexandra David-Néel (born Louise Eugénie Alexandrine Marie David; 24 October 1868 – 8 September 1969) was a French explorer, spiritualist, Buddhist, anarchist, opera singer, and writer. She is most known for her 1924 visit to Lhasa, Tibet, when it was forbidden to foreigners. David-Néel wrote over 30 books about Eastern religion, philosophy, and her travels, including Magic and Mystery in Tibet, which was published in 1929. Her teachings influenced the beat writers Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg, the popularisers of Eastern philosophy Alan Watts and Ram Dass, and the esotericist Benjamin Creme.
Quick facts about Alexandra David-Néel
- Full name: Alexandra David-Néel
- Born: 1868-10-24
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q230456
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Who is Alexandra David-Néel?
Alexandra David-Néel (born Louise Eugénie Alexandrine Marie David; 24 October 1868 – 8 September 1969) was a French explorer, spiritualist, Buddhist, anarchist, opera singer, and writer.
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Alexandra David-Néel is France.
When was Alexandra David-Néel born?
Alexandra David-Néel was born on 1868-10-24.
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