First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for purchasing and investing in this book.

My father and mother were herders, as were my ancestors, who for centuries roamed the vast steppe tending their livestock. Just a hundred years ago, almost all Mongolians lived as nomadic herders, but today, this tradition has sharply declined.

At the pace it is disappearing, nomadic herding may soon remain only as history in the 21st century. That is why my dear friend, Tulga — a professional photographer with many years of experience — and I are determined to preserve this culture in a photo album. This work will become a reality thanks to your support and effort.

We have prepared for a full year of photography across Mongolia and the high mountains of Tibet, as the yak — a hardy, resilient animal — lives only in these regions. For centuries, it has played a vital role in the lives of nomadic herders.

By investing in this book, your name and photograph will be immortalized in the “Contributors” section alongside ours. We will deliver the book to you by 2026. You may purchase one or more copies, and those who order 10 or more copies will have their name and photograph featured in the book with us.

Together, let us create this limited-edition photo album — only 500 copies will ever be printed — and dedicate it to future generations. Once again, my heartfelt thanks to you.

For further information, please send me email davaadash@khurshop.com