Buddhist Stories

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What is Buddhist Stories about?

Explore the life and teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who became known as the Buddha. This richly illustrated collection retells important Buddhist stories, from the Buddha’s birth and search for truth to his first teaching and final days. Meet memorable figures such as Kisagotami and Angulimala, and discover the lessons each story shares about kindness, courage, compassion and wisdom. Fact boxes, a glossary and an index explain Buddhist beliefs, traditions, people and places in a clear, engaging way.

About the author

Anita Ganeri is a well-known author who has written over 600 books for children, often about geography, science, and animals. She is famous for the bestselling 'Horrible Geography' series, which makes learning about our amazing world fun and exciting. Anita loves exploring new places and sharing fascinating facts with her readers.