by Yeshe Tobden
First published 2017
Shantideva, a reluctant monk, confronts his own fears and doubts as he embarks on a perilous journey to attain the highest Buddhist enlightenment. Forced to face his inner demons, Shantideva must overcome crippling self-loathing and learn to embrace the boundless compassion at the heart of the Buddha's teachings. In doing so, he uncovers the true nature of the self and the path to liberating all sentient beings from the cycle of rebirth.
Genres: philosophy, historical-fiction, buddhism
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: inner-journey, overcoming-adversity, reluctant-hero
416 pages · Unknown Binding · Wisdom Publications