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Diana Darling

    Diana Darling's writing delves into the rich tapestry of Balinese culture and society, a subject she has intimately explored since relocating to the island in 1980. Her perspective is deeply informed by her long residency and her artistic background, including training as a sculptor. Darling brings a unique, observant eye to her subject, offering readers a nuanced understanding of island life. Her work captures the essence of Bali through a lens honed by both artistic sensibility and lived experience.

    DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Bali & Lombok
    Der Berg der Erleuchtung
    Popo Danes: Bali Inspiration
    Bali, Ancient Rites in the Digital Age
    The Painted Alphabet
    • 2020

      This book explores the work of Popo Danes, one of Indonesia's leading architects, whose buildings represent perfect harmony between contemporary design and local culture and art.

      Popo Danes: Bali Inspiration
    • 2016

      Bali, Ancient Rites in the Digital Age

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Bali: Ancient Rites in the Digital Age is a personal portfolio of work by the photographer Ida Bagus Putra Adnyana; offering a close view of rituals that few people have seen, often in remote villages of the island.

      Bali, Ancient Rites in the Digital Age
    • 2012

      The Painted Alphabet

      A Mythical Story of Bali

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Set in a vibrant Bali where witches, tourists, and talking animals intertwine, the narrative weaves together magic and modernity through the lens of an ancient Balinese poem. It delves into themes of vanity, desire, and the quest for moral integrity, presenting a rich tapestry of sensuality and spiritual ambition. The Painted Alphabet offers a slyly suggestive exploration of human nature, blending myth with contemporary experiences in a captivating and thought-provoking manner.

      The Painted Alphabet