Ashoka the Fierce
By Carolyn Kanjuro
Illustrated by Sonali Zohra
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Bala Kids12/07/2021Pages: 40Size: 8 x 11ISBN: 9781611808544DetailsThe story of how Ashoka the Fierce became known as Ashoka the Great.
As a boy, Ashoka was overlooked as a successor to his father, the emperor. He grew to become arrogant, impatient, and above all, angry. Wanting nothing more than to be king, Ashoka learned to be cunning, and when he finally managed to ascend to the throne, he was eager for war. But after a particularly brutal battle, Ashoka was heartbroken and haunted by the death and devastation he had caused. This moment marked a momentous change of heart.
Upon returning home, Ashoka’s wife encouraged him to study and practice the Buddhist teachings and to move beyond his destructive past. When Ashoka finally met a wise Buddhist monk, it transformed the way he saw the world and the role of an emperor. Ashoka spent the rest of his days tirelessly working to help his people and promoting the qualities of compassion, tolerance, and virtue.
Ashoka’s inspiring story of transformation shows that we are all capable of overcoming our strongest emotions and being of service to make the world a better place.
For children ages 4–8.RelatedCheck items to add to the cart orAuthor BioCAROLYN KANJURO was a director, playwright, tutor for children, celebrated author of children's books, and life-long Buddhist practitioner. She is the author of Sit with Me and The Monkey Mind Meditation Deck.SONALI ZOHRA’s work is inspired by her love of nature, mythology, philosophy, and spirituality—combined with her education in fine art, photography, and design. Her illustrations evolve and grow as she does; she enjoys this process profoundly.Praise"A compelling treatment of the life of an important South Asian ruler and religious leader." —Kirkus Reviews
"Superbly illustrated with the artwork of Sonali Zohra, Ashoka the Fierce by author Carolyn Kanjuro is a picture book biography that is especially recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book biographies in general, and Buddhist history in particular." —Midwest Book Review
"Read this if you need a reminder that evil does not have to continue indefinitely. Human beings can choose to do better; we all need confirmation of that from time to time." —Book Riot
"Carolyn Kanjuro presents a modern retelling of the epic Indian tale of how Ashoka the Fierce became known as Ashoka the Great. An angry and overlooked young prince, Ashoka grew into a fierce emperor eager for war. But after a particularly bloody battle, Ashoka experienced a change of heart and vowed to dedicate his life to promoting Buddhist teachings on compassion, tolerance, and virtue. Accompanied by mural-like illustrations, Ashoka’s compelling story of transformation exemplifies our potential to overcome feelings that seem unshakable." —Tricycle: The Buddhist Review
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