Mountains of Tibet

A Tibetan woodcutter dreams of exploring the world, but is too busy with his life to ever leave his valley. After he dies, he is taken on a journey through the cosmos and al the places on Earth as he makes choices that lead him to a new life. First published as part of the debut list for Barefoot Books in 1993, this gentle and inspiring look at life after death is jut as relevant today. All Ages AUTHOR: Mordicai Gerstein has illustrated nearly fifty children's books, many of which he also wrote himself. Mordicai's books have won numerous awards including the Caldecott Award, which he received in 2004 for 'The Man Who Walked Between the Towers'. Mordicai is also a painter, sculptor, designer and director of animated films. SELLING POINTS: ? Death and Grief: A comforting exploration of death. The happy journey the woodcutter's soul undergoes will help calm anxiety about dying, ease the pain of loss, and help start a dialogue about the cycle of life. ? Reincarnation: Simply and elegantly introduces the concept of reincarnation, with an afterword by world-renowned Buddhist scholar Sogyal Ripoche explaining Tibetan traditions and teachings. ? Acclaimed Classic: Noted as one of the best books of 1987 by the New York Times and Publisher's Weekly, this well-loved book has become a classic for many of its readers. REVIEWS: "This story of the death and reincarnation of a Tibetan woodcutter is a beautifully gentle look at one human being dealing with life's choices and possibilities . . . The quiet, rhythmic text is in perfect unity with the softly coloured but radiant watercolour and gouache illustrations, leaving the readers with a sense of wholeness and resolution . . . Children will appreciate the well-told tale and the joyous satisfaction of being one's own self in a large and magical world." ? School Library Journal Colour illustrations