The Cat Who Taught Zen: The beautifully illustrated new tale from the bestselling author of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon
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KNOW ANYONE WHO COULD DO WITH BEING MORE ZEN? THIS STORY OF A WISE CAT FROM BIG PANDA AND TINY DRAGON AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR JAMES MNORBURY IS THE PERFECT GIFT . . .
“I’ve learnt that what we want is seldom what we need, and what we need is almost never what we want”
This is the tale of a cat wise in the ways of zen, journeying to discover a fabled ancient pine, under which infinite wisdom may be found.
Along the way he meets a vivid cast of animals: from an anxious monkey and a tortoise tired of life, to a tiger struggling with anger, a confused wolf cub and a covetous crow.
But it’s a surprise encounter with a playful kitten, that forces the cat to question everything . . .
Told in a gentle, calming style, The Cat Who Taught Zen introduces a new cast of characters for readers of all ages to fall in love with, offering timeless wisdom wrapped up into a tale of beguiling beauty.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Michael Joseph, 1st edition (28 Sept. 2023) |
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| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 176 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241640156 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241640159 |
| Dimensions | 19.7 x 1.9 x 23.9 cm |
by Oor Wullie
Just started ….only a few pages in using my magnifying glass to read and illuminate the watercolours pics .. far in Maan!
Spiritual balm in these barmy days we seem to live in ???? ++
by Kirsten Paterson
Lovely story, lovely illustrations!
by Rain Bow
I bought Norbury’s earlier book, “Big Panda and Tiny Dragon” a few years ago when it was released and was enthralled by the quality of the pictures and the delightful text. When I saw Norbury had a new volume out, “The Cat Who Taught Zen” I ordered a copy as soon as I saw it.
Although this is totally subjective, I will say that “The Cat Who Taught Zen” is even better than “Big Panda”, and I wouldn’t have thought that was possible. The illustrations are a joy to look at and the text is precise and educative. This is a book for all ages. A joy to read and a book that I will re-read many times.
I buy a lot of books and have to say this is one of the nicest I have bought for a long time. Would make a lovely gift – but even better to treat yourself and buy it just for you to enjoy.
by caroline Minchin-Burville
Very thought provoking – bought as a birthday present for my lovely granddaughter presently rather poorly and in hospital. Liked this so much have just purchased another to keep for myself – thank you
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Recommend it.
by A W
Beautifully written, beautifully illustrated, and I Loved its wisdom. An absolute delight of a book.
by Nicola
I loved Big Panda and Tiny Dragon adventures and they still appear in this book. This book is another comforting book. I love the characters in this book the Rat, Tortoise, Tiger the Hare, the wise Dragon. A truly beautiful book.