Twenty Jataka Tales by Noon Inayat Khan

These twenty tales have been drawn from famous legends concerning the former lives of the Buddha. Beloved by children and adults alike, they tell of people and animals moved to acts of sacrifice by the noble example of their fellow creatures. The flavor is often suggestive of Aesop, as are the lessons that are so subtly and keenly conveyed.Presented in a simplified narrative, the tales maintain the magical and timeless beauty of their Far Eastern origins. The stories are ideal for reading to children, as they tell of highly dramatic adventures that are resolved by non-violent and compassionate means. Challenging circumstances bring forth courage and the capacity to love, opening the way to solutions against seemingly impossible odds.Illustrator: H. Willebeek Le Mair. Product details Publisher : Inner Traditions; Original ed. edition (May 1, 1985) Language : English Paperback : 152 pages Reading age : 3 - 12 years Grade level : Preschool - 6 Item Weight : 7.7 ounces Dimensions : 5.38 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches ISBN-13 : 978-0892813230