This catalogue meticulously details a significant collection of Tibetan manuscripts and xylographs housed in Danish institutions. The Royal Library's collection, bolstered by early 20th-century collectors, is one of Europe's largest, featuring original versions of the Lhasa Kanjur and Narthang Tanjur, alongside a broad spectrum of Tibetan literary genres. Catalogued by Tibetologist Hartmut Buescher and area specialist Tarab Tulku, this two-volume set provides detailed entries on canonical and apocryphal texts, hagiography, historiography, astronomy, medicine, linguistics, geography, narrative literature, the Gesar epos, songs, philosophy, and spiritual practices. The catalogue adheres to the standards of the COMDC series, offering concise descriptions of physical appearance and content, augmented with additional manuscript and block print information to serve as comprehensive reference works.

This catalogue is designed as an indispensable reference work for Tibetan scholars, librarians, and curators globally. Its value stems not only from the breadth and depth of the Royal Library's collection but also from the rigorous cataloguing standards employed. The detailed entries, covering physical attributes and content, are augmented with specific information relevant to manuscripts and block prints, ensuring its utility for a wide range of academic and curatorial needs. The collaboration between a noted Tibetologist and a Royal Library specialist ensures scholarly accuracy and accessibility.