2018, Sounds True, Boulder, CO
HC $17.95
32 pgs.
Goodreads rating: 4.27 - 41 ratings
My rating: 4
Endpapers: Three shades of simple bodhi leaves floating down the page of cream
1st line/s: "In a long-ago time and a faraway place, a baby boy was born. His name ws Prince Siddhartha."
My comments: This lovely, simple, peaceful beginning-of-a-biography is a wonderful introduction to the Buddha. It sets the stage for further inquiry and information, and it sets that stage with a certain mindfulness that perfectly accentuates the entire subject! I'm a fan, and I want to learn more.
From the Jacket Cover (there is no GoodReads summary): Who was the Buddha? Once upon a time in ancient India, a prince was born. His name was Siddhartha, and one day he would inherit a powerful kingdom. His father tried to protect him from the suffering and hardship beyond the palace walls, but just like children everywhere, the prince longed to see the world.
Under the Bodhi Tree is the story of a boy and his journey for understanding that eventually led him to the path of peace. Told in lyrical language, this excellent introduction to the story of the Buddha is beautifully illustrated and perfect for children who are curious about the real people who made history.
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