Big Panda and Tiny Dragon: The beautifully illustrated novel about friendship and hope (Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, 1)
£13.20£18.00 (-27%)
This Christmas introduce someone to Big Panda and Tiny Dragon – two friends for life . . .
‘James has a way to speak to your soul. This book is nothing short of comforting and heartwarming’ VEX KING
‘While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have the depth of ancient proverbs’ GUARDIAN
‘A beautifully illustrated book which draws on tender moments. Exquisite’ DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE
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A guiding light in the darker months, Big Panda and Tiny Dragon is the beautifully illustrated and mindful journey of two friends through the seasons, inspired by Buddhist philosophy
‘Which is more important,’ asked Big Panda, ‘the journey or the destination?’
‘The company,’ said Tiny Dragon.
Friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together, day and night, in rain and in sun. Travelling through nature, they find hope and inspiration in the world around them, realising that even in the darkest of days, Spring will always return.
Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments.
Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.
And on their journey through the ever-changing seasons, join these two friends as they learn how to live in the moment, be at peace with uncertainty, and find the strength to overcome life’s obstacles, together.
Inspired by Buddhist philosophy and spirituality, the story of these whimsical characters makes the perfect gift for anyone looking for a little hope and comfort.
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‘The two friends 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
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Additional information
| Publisher | Michael Joseph, 1st edition (16 Sept. 2021) |
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| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 160 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241529328 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241529324 |
| Dimensions | 19.7 x 12.9 x 0.95 cm |
by Roz
Love this book so bought this as a birthday gift.
by Jacqueline Marriner
I was given a copy for a gift. The best gift you’d want to receive. I’ve bought 3 more copies to give to friends.
I can’t find the words to tell you how beautiful, reassuring, uplifting, insightful, guiding this book is. The illustrations, wow, they are emotional, I can’t explain that to you, but they are truly so beautiful and touching and blooming adorable.
I will always be keeping a spare copy of this book on my shelve incase a friend may need the love and kindness that pours out from this book.
If you are wondering if you should buy this book, then I’d say, go for it, give yourself a treat, I guarantee you’ll be buying more to gift and share.
This is my 1rst ever review on anything.
And I’m not really somebody who suggests anyone should spend money, but, I honestly couldn’t help it, its so absolutely lovely. I really do hope lots of people get to enjoy it as much as me and my friends have, fact- they have bought the books to pass on as gifts also. It really is a darling book.
Crickey, I sound like I wrote, illustrated, published the book myself.
OK, over and out.
by Jan
Classic book, lovely story
by aine
Actually better than I thought it would be
by Amazon Customer
I brought this book for my son as he sometimes can have a negative outlook on life. This book is beautifully illustrated and he really liked it.
by lisa
Such a sweet book. For kids and adults. Really pretty designed, slick
by CobWeb
Beautiful book.
by CobWeb
????‘…Writer and artist James Norbury illustrates the adventures of ‘Big Panda’ and ‘Tiny Dragon’, inspired by Buddhist philosophy and spirituality to share the ideas that have helped him through his most difficult times.
He hopes they can help you too.’
~ ‘Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments.
~ Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.’
~ ‘… “Try to make time for the small things,” said Big Panda.
“They are often the most important.”…’
~ ‘…Sometimes all you can do is make someone a cup of tea. ☕
It might be enough.’
ooOoo
Not only beautifully illustrated, this is a beautifully produced volume that is a sheer delight to pick up. Picking up the shiny cherry red enhancement on the cover that follows through to the spine, it comes complete with a red ribbon to keep your place.
Measuring roughly 17.5 cm x 21.5 cm, the thick hardboard cover opens to 160 numbered, good quality, matte finish pages. Illustrated throughout, the majority are simply black & white, but every so often there is a surprising splash of colour.
The book is simply divided into 4 seasonal chapters, starting in Spring, and finishes with ‘Afterword’ & ‘Acknowledgements’.
From the back cover:
???? ‘Lost in the swirling mists they fall asleep under glittering stars. It is spring by the time they emerge and while they sit watching a warm sun rise, it dawns on them that another significant adventure awaits…
Beloved friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together.
And, although they often get lost, it leads them to discover many beautiful things. They explore the hardships and happiness that connects us all. They learn how to live in the moment, how to be at peace with uncertainty and how to find the strength to overcomes life’s obstacles together…’
ooOoo
~ ‘…“Which is more important,” asked Big Panda, “the journey or the destination?”
~ “The company,” said Tiny Dragon.’
15 images attached © James Norbury & Michael Joseph/2021