Introduction

A new way of getting to know one of the world's most beloved spiritual leaders.

Featuring a charmingly illustrated format that will appeal to readers of all ages, this unique biography is an ideal introduction to the leader of the Tibetan government-in-exile. Born in 1935 to a peasant family in a small village, Tenzin Gyatso was recognized at the age of two as the reincarnation of his predecessor, the Thirteenth Dalai Lama.

Early Life and Recognition

In 1950, His Holiness assumed full political power when China invaded Tibet—a tragedy that forever changed him and shaped his efforts on behalf of world peace, for which he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

About the Book

This graphic novel is an appealing and approachable depiction of the life and personality of an iconic figure.