The Buddha: The Story of an Awakened Life

by David Kherdian

A simple, inspiring telling of the life of the Buddha by an award-winning, best-selling author. Here is an opportunity to approach one of the world’s greatest spiritual teachers through the timeless tale of his search for enlightenment and the end of suffering. This is the first account of the Buddha’s story that blends the elements of history, legend, and Buddhist teachings into a compelling, page-turning narrative. Experience the Buddha’s life, from his extravagant youth and ascetic renunciation to awakening and decades of profound teaching.

164 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2004

Reviews

[Sy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful jewel of a book on the Buddha’s Life

With restrained prose and with care for the origins of the great Buddhist tradition, Kherdian presents us with a wonderful summation of the Buddha’s life.

[Cas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simplistic read. Easy intro and very good for kids!

[Cadence · Rating 3 out of 5]

lowk was kinda interesting to know the story behind THE Buddha. not what i expected either

[Jamya Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for my human and the divine lit course. Really informative and I learned a lot about Buddhism.

[Moira · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hmm. I just decided to read up a little on Buddhism and this was touted as a simple, clear look at the life and teachings of The Buddha. But it is so simplistic that it made me doubt the wisdom of the man - it was unbelievable to me that every other thing, he would made some bland assertion and suddenly someone was converted. I think this might be OK for 8 - 10 year olds, but if I want a better, albeit basic, understanding of his teachings, I will read a more sophisticated book.