Pocket Bios: Buddha, Hardcover/Al Berenger

Description A colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography of the Buddha. Gautama Buddha lived and taught in ancient India between the 6th and 4th centuries B.C.E. It is said that he was a prince before he renounced his former life in order to search for the cycle of rebirth and an end to suffering. He founded the religion of Buddhism, which has hundreds of millions of followers to this day and is the world's fourth largest religion. Pocket Bios are full of personality, introducing readers to fascinating figures from history with simple storytelling and cheerful illustrations. Titles include men and women from history, exploration, the sciences, the arts, the ancient world, and more. About the author Al Berenger is the creator of the What a Story! collection, With these stories, Al makes learning history fun, allowing young readers to discover history through important characters in the Pocket Bios series. Al is part of a team of people at Unique Heritage Media in Paris, France.