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Publication
Mandala Publishing (2021), Edition: International Edition, 160 pages
Description
Big Panda and Tiny Dragon embark on a journey through the seasons of the year together. They get lost, as many of us do. But while lost, they discover many beautiful sights they'd never have found had they gone the right way. Told through a series of beautiful drawings and quiet, sometimes silly, conversations, the panda and the dragon explore the thoughts and emotions, hardships and happiness that connect us all. In nature, they learn how to live in the moment, how to be at peace with uncertainty, and how to find the strength to overcome life's obstacles together.
Language
Original language
English
User reviews
LibraryThing member PriscillaM
This is a beautiful book, with beautiful drawing featuring a Big Panda and a Tiny Dragon on a shared journey through the seasons. Heart warming and insightful. I love this book.
LibraryThing member Fliss88
Beautifully illustrated! Lots of sensible Buddhist philosophy here, some I've heard before. The best thing I read was - "Time doing nothing is never wasted." When you think about that, really think, it's a lovely thought. I gave it an extra star for the illustrations.
LibraryThing member briandrewz
Enough good can't be said about this book. Uplifting, thought-provoking, inspiring...I could go on and on. Big Panda and Tiny Dragon finds a place in your heart and stays there. You think about its many messages long after you've put the book down. The illustrations are beautiful and so is the
Highly recommended!
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writing.Highly recommended!
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LibraryThing member KevinCannon1968
On a visit to some friends, I was pleased to be shown this book that they'd received as a gift. I proceeded to read it from cover to cover which didn't impress my wife as apparently that's not the point of visiting friends.
I was captivated by both the words and the delightful illustrations as I
This is an awesome read that you'll want to return to time and time again - I know I will
I was captivated by both the words and the delightful illustrations as I
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followed Panda and Dragon on their travels.This is an awesome read that you'll want to return to time and time again - I know I will
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LibraryThing member Amzzz
What a beautiful book
LibraryThing member BookConcierge
”Which is more important,” asked Big Panda, “the journey or the destination?”
“The company,” said Tiny Dragon
And so, two unlikely friends set off on a journey of discovery. They have no specific plan and go where life leads them over the course of four seasons. Sometimes they are certain
The story is told through Norbury’s wonderful drawings and the pair’s quiet conversations. There were times when I just sat and looked at one of those drawings and let my mind take me where it wanted. How refreshing!
”Are we nearly there yet?” asked Tiny Dragon.
Big Panda smiled. “I hope not.”
“The company,” said Tiny Dragon
And so, two unlikely friends set off on a journey of discovery. They have no specific plan and go where life leads them over the course of four seasons. Sometimes they are certain
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they are lost, but then they realize that they might not have had a particular experience or seen a certain sight if they hadn’t been ‘lost.’ They enjoy the beauty of nature and open their minds to new experiences. They learn to rely on each other. At times the journey is difficult – they are cold or wet or hungry. They ponder some serious philosophical questions, and carefully observe how others endure. “Even a damaged tree can produce beautiful blossoms.” The story is told through Norbury’s wonderful drawings and the pair’s quiet conversations. There were times when I just sat and looked at one of those drawings and let my mind take me where it wanted. How refreshing!
”Are we nearly there yet?” asked Tiny Dragon.
Big Panda smiled. “I hope not.”
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LibraryThing member spiritedstardust
“Which is more important,” said big panda, “the journey or the destination?”
“The company.” Said tiny dragon.
This is a big hug in a book - beautiful illustrations and an adorable pair of friends quoting Buddhist philosophies about life.
“The company.” Said tiny dragon.
This is a big hug in a book - beautiful illustrations and an adorable pair of friends quoting Buddhist philosophies about life.