- Delightful illustrations animate each and every page.
- Instills a sense of pride and self esteem in the Sikh identity.
- Cultural diversity illustrates equality and goodwill among the peoples of the world.
- Communicates the inherent binding qualities representative of tying a turban.
- Glossary and pronunciation guide are included.
- Distinctive Sikh identity predominantly male oriented.
- Narration at times puzzling.
- Pages not numbered.
- A Lion's Mane
- Authored by Navjot Kaur
- Illustrated by Jaspreet Sandhu
- Copyright 2009, Printed and Bound in Canada by Green Printer Ltd.
- Hardcover, 28 pages of text over full color illustrations.
- 2 page Glossary and Pronunciation Guide
- List Price:
- Canada $22.50
- USA $25.50
- International $33.50
Shipping included
- ISBN 978-0-9812412-0-3
- Printed on 100% Recycled Paper along with 625 trees planted in collaboration with Eco-Libris for 1st Edition.
- Offered by Saffron Press - a portion of proceeds go to Seva Canada's work to restore sight and prevent blindness in children.
I found the A Lion's Mane, to be a multifaceted little book filled with colorful animated illustrations which are immediately appealing on many levels. I wish there had been something like this available when my children were growing up. It speaks to not only Sikh children, but to all kids reminding them that despite their differences, they are all pretty much the same.
Sikh literature of this genre is very rare. It’s not often a Sikh child sees someone like them portrayed between the pages of a book, so it offers an experience which builds self esteem in the Sikh identity. But it doesn’t stop there, because children of all colors, from all walks of life are depicted on these pages, providing them the same opportunity for self appreciation, while presenting skills and tools for building bridges between communities.
The author Navjot Kaur, of Punjabi heritage, grew up in England, and resides in Canada. Opening this book is like meeting someone from another culture. At first its authentic Punjabi voice may be a bit challenging and might require reading a little more closely. However the obvious sincerity and charm win you over as you are taken on a journey of exploration into similarities of the a lion’s significance in diverse cultures. Along the way you learn about Sikh ethics and how tying a turban binds these ideals to its wearer commanding both self respect and regard for others. By the time you are ready to close this book, you just may find that it has opened your heart.
