The Dalai Lama’s Cat

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The Dalai Lama’s Cat is a funny and light hearted story of a stray kitten from the slums who goes to live with the Dalai Lama. The story is narrated by the kitten who grows into a beautiful cat. I will not say too much, not to spoil the story. There are amusing events which include many frailties humans experience. Life lessons many humans struggle with are laid bear with gentle Buddhist guidance on how to lead a better life.

Funny, light and with spiritual lessons, this makes an excellent bedtime read. I have not enjoyed a book so much in a long time. I will definitely be passing my copy to someone else to enjoy.

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