Big Panda and Tiny Dragon: The beautifully illustrated Sunday Times bestseller about friendship and hope 2021

Hardback

Main Details

Title Big Panda and Tiny Dragon: The beautifully illustrated Sunday Times bestseller about friendship and hope 2021
Authors and Contributors      By (author) James Norbury
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 180
Category/GenrePhilosophy of the mind
Popular philosophy
Buddhist life and practice
Self-help and personal development
ISBN/Barcode 9780241529324
ClassificationsDewey:294.34
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint Michael Joseph Ltd
Publication Date 16 September 2021
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The charming, illustrated story of two friends, who travel through the seasons sharing the lessons they learn on their way; the perfect gift to uplift and inspire your loved ones 'We're lost again,' said Big Panda 'When I'm lost,' said Tiny Dragon, 'I find it helps to go back to the beginning and try to remember why I started.' This is the uplifting, beautifully illustrated story of two beloved friends as they journey through the seasons of the year together, into the wild, exploring the thoughts and emotions, hardships and happiness that connect us all. Writer and artist James Norbury began illustrating the adventures of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, inspired by Buddhist philosophy and spirituality, to share the ideas that have helped him through the most difficult times, in the hope they can help others too.

Author Biography

James Norbury is an artist, author and illustrator with a love of nature and animals. James was born in the Forest of Dean and he's spent most of his life writing and drawing. He studied Zoology at university and after graduating he moved to Ireland. From there he travelled around the UK living in Newcastle, Swansea and Cheltenam, some of the time living on a narrowboat. James now lives back in Swansea with his wife and their seven cats. He volunteers with his local Cats Protection.

Reviews

It features the two friends, who often find themselves lost but discover beautiful sights they never would have found if they had gone the right way. While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have the depth of ancient proverbs * Guardian * James has a way to speak to your soul. This book is nothing short of comforting and heartwarming -- Vex King A beautifully illustrated book which draws on tender moments. Exquisite -- Dr Rangan Chatterjee * BBC Radio 2 *