The Magical Life of the Lotus-Born

Sherab Chodzin Kohn, Thinley Dorji, Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse

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Shambhala Publications Inc
31 October 2023

Children's & Educational; People & places (Children's&YA)

Explore a fresh telling of the inspiring, mysterious, and magical life of the great master Padmasambhava-the Lotus-Born-who planted the seed of Buddhism in Tibet that is still blossoming today, beautifully illustrated for kids ages 10+.

Explore a fresh telling of the inspiring, mysterious, and magical life of the great master Padmasambhava-the Lotus-Born-who planted the seed of Buddhism in Tibet that is still blossoming today, beautifully illustrated for ages 10+.

The Lotus-Born is one of the most iconic and important figures in Tibetan history. Here, his magical life story is outlined in colorful and captivating detail, offering young readers a rare glimpse into his fierce adventures and battles that transformed Tibet, a land of malevolent spirits and wild folk, into a fertile ground for Buddhism. The rich and vibrant spiritual tradition that resulted in Tibet has thrived for over one thousand years. This timeless tale is sure to capture the imagination of future generations, just as the oral, theatrical, and written accounts of it have in the Himalayas for centuries.

By: Sherab Chodzin Kohn, Thinley Dorji
Afterword by: Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 191mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 590g
ISBN: 9781611807851
ISBN 10: 1611807859
Pages: 108
Publication Date: 31 October 2023
Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

SHERAB CH DZIN KOHN taught Buddhism and meditation for more than thirty years, and he edited a number of the books of his teacher, the Tibetan meditation master Ch gyam Trungpa. Coeditor of the bestselling anthology The Buddha and His Teachings, he also published numerous translations, including an acclaimed version of Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha. THINLEY DORJI is a traditionally trained thangka painter based in Paro, Bhutan, who specializes in Buddhist temple art. His stunning work can be found in many hotels and temples throughout Bhutan.