The Life of the Buddha
Historical biography, Asian travel and geography, Buddhism
Synthetic audio, Automated braille
Summary
&“In the full bloom of spring, in a beautiful garden, in a place called Lumbini, a prince was born.&” So begins the extraordinary story of the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the prince who would become the enlightened Buddha, the… Awakened One. This classic tale follows Prince Siddhartha&’s journey of truth-seeking and discovery, including his life-altering encounters with human suffering and his realization of the Four Noble Truths. Today, millions of people all over the world follow the Buddha&’s teachings on meditation, selflessness, and compassion. Rendered here in exquisite original watercolor illustrations, this inspiring story is brought to life for young readers curious about one of history&’s most monumental and influential figures.