The Cat Who Taught Zen by James Norbury

This is the tale of a cat wise in the ways of zen, journeying to discover a fabled ancient pine, under which infinite wisdom may be found.

Along the way he meets a vivid cast of animals: from an anxious monkey and a tortoise tired of life, to a tiger struggling with anger, a confused wolf cub and a covetous crow. But it’s a surprise encounter with a playful kitten, that forces the cat to question everything . . .

Told in a gentle, calm way and beautifully illustrated throughout by the author.