Overview
From the magical mountains and valleys of Tibet, these Buddhist-themed folk tales for kids offer a captivating view into the lore and wisdom of Tibetan culture and tradition.
Buddhism and its profound effect on Tibet's people and culture is reflected in these stories, each of which is imbued with life lessons for all ages. Threaded through these tales are the teachings of the Buddha and the special quality and relationship that Tibetans have with the mountains, trees, rocks, rivers, and sky.
The collection features tales of renowned Tibetan Buddhist figures such as:
- Songsten Gampo, the king known as the reincarnation of the Buddha of Compassion, and how even a small creature like a mouse can have a big impact on the world
- Yeshe Tsogyal, the Mother of Tibet whose teachings have guided generations on the path of love and insight
- Gesar of Ling, the 12th-century super-human warrior king of Tibet, a shining inspiration for overcoming life's obstacles
- Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, the great teacher who brought the teachings of Buddhism to Tibet
The stunningly detailed and vibrant illustrations by Wen Hsu bring these stories magically to life—making them as vivid and evocative to us today as they have been for generations of Tibetans. Recounted with humor and cleverness, the stories feature animals and archers, spirits and deities, bodhisattvas and dakinis, lamas and rulers, heroes and heroines—and highlight the mystical power of the natural world.
This book title, Wisdom Stories of Tibet (Tales of Magic, Adventure, and Bravery), ISBN: 9781645471561, by Laura Burges, Lama Chonam, Wen Hsu, published by Shambhala (February 25, 2025) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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