The Barefoot King

“Where would I find enough leather To cover the entire surface of the earth? But with leather soles beneath my feet, It’s as if the whole world has been covered.” —Shantideva This is the story of a young king named Creet who rules a land where people walk with bare feet. When the young king stubs his toe one day, he decides to protect his people by covering the whole kingdom in leather—with some unexpected results! Based on the ancient wisdom of the Buddhist sage Shantideva, this story shows how we can find creative solutions when something is difficult or makes us frustrated. We can’t make the whole world smooth and easy with no bumps, but we can learn to handle the bumps by working with our hearts and minds to change our perspective. "Through clever rhymes and lush, vibrant illustrations, this fable, inspired by the teachings of the Buddhist sage Shantideva, shows us how mental focus and skillful action may be the best solution to life’s many inevitable irritations." —Lion's Roar BALA KIDS 06/16/2020 PAGES: 32 SIZE: 9 X 10.5 ISBN: 9781611807486