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Big Panda and Tiny Dragon: The beautifully illustrated Sunday Times bestseller about friendship and hope 2021 Hardcover – 16 Sept. 2021
James Norbury (Author) See search results for this author |
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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
'James has a way to speak to your soul. This book is nothing short of comforting and heartwarming' VEX KING
'While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have the depth of ancient proverbs' GUARDIAN
'A beautifully illustrated book which draws on tender moments. Exquisite' DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE
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A guiding light in the darker months, Big Panda and Tiny Dragon is the beautifully illustrated and mindful journey of two friends through the seasons, inspired by Buddhist philosophy
'Which is more important,' asked Big Panda, 'the journey or the destination?'
'The company,' said Tiny Dragon.
Friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together, day and night, in rain and in sun. Travelling through nature, they find hope and inspiration in the world around them, realising that even in the darkest of days, Spring will always return.
Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments.
Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.
And on their journey through the ever-changing seasons, join these two friends as they learn how to live in the moment, be at peace with uncertainty, and find the strength to overcome life's obstacles, together.
Inspired by Buddhist philosophy and spirituality, the story of these whimsical characters makes the perfect gift for anyone looking for a little hope and comfort.
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'The two friends often find themselves lost but discover beautiful sights they never would have found if they had gone the right way. While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have the depth of ancient proverbs' GUARDIAN
- Print length160 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherMichael Joseph
- Publication date16 Sept. 2021
- Dimensions17.5 x 1.8 x 21.5 cm
- ISBN-100241529328
- ISBN-13978-0241529324
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James has a way to speak to your soul. This book is nothing short of comforting and heartwarming -- Vex King
A beautifully illustrated book which draws on tender moments. Exquisite -- Dr Rangan Chatterjee ― BBC Radio 2
From the Back Cover
Beloved friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together. And, although they often get lost, it leads them to discover many beautiful things. They explore the hardships and happiness that connect us all. They learn how to live in the moment, how to be at peace wit
About the Author
James Norbury is an artist, author and illustrator with a love of nature and animals.
James was born in the Forest of Dean and he's spent most of his life writing and drawing. He studied Zoology at university and after graduating he moved to Ireland. From there he travelled around the UK living in Newcastle, Swansea and Cheltenam, some of the time living on a narrowboat.
James now lives back in Swansea with his wife and their seven cats. He volunteers with his local Cats Protection.
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- Publisher : Michael Joseph; 1st edition (16 Sept. 2021)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 160 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0241529328
- ISBN-13 : 978-0241529324
- Dimensions : 17.5 x 1.8 x 21.5 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 500 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 1 in Graphic Arts in Illustration
- 2 in Philosophy of Buddhism
- 31 in New Age (Books)
- Customer reviews:
About the author

James writes and illustrates all kind of books, the only theme running through them is the creation of worlds where, perhaps, he would like to live.
He lives in Swansea, UK, with 7 cats and his wife Ruth.
www.jamesnorbury.com
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He hopes they can help you too.’
~ ‘Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments.
~ Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.’
~ ‘… “Try to make time for the small things,” said Big Panda.
“They are often the most important.”...’
~ ‘...Sometimes all you can do is make someone a cup of tea. ☕
It might be enough.’
ooOoo
Not only beautifully illustrated, this is a beautifully produced volume that is a sheer delight to pick up. Picking up the shiny cherry red enhancement on the cover that follows through to the spine, it comes complete with a red ribbon to keep your place.
Measuring roughly 17.5 cm x 21.5 cm, the thick hardboard cover opens to 160 numbered, good quality, matte finish pages. Illustrated throughout, the majority are simply black & white, but every so often there is a surprising splash of colour.
The book is simply divided into 4 seasonal chapters, starting in Spring, and finishes with ‘Afterword’ & ‘Acknowledgements’.
From the back cover:
📝 ‘Lost in the swirling mists they fall asleep under glittering stars. It is spring by the time they emerge and while they sit watching a warm sun rise, it dawns on them that another significant adventure awaits…
Beloved friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together.
And, although they often get lost, it leads them to discover many beautiful things. They explore the hardships and happiness that connects us all. They learn how to live in the moment, how to be at peace with uncertainty and how to find the strength to overcomes life’s obstacles together...’
ooOoo
~ ‘...“Which is more important,” asked Big Panda, “the journey or the destination?”
~ “The company,” said Tiny Dragon.’
15 images attached © James Norbury & Michael Joseph/2021

By CobWeb on 8 February 2022
He hopes they can help you too.’
~ ‘Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments.
~ Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.’
~ ‘… “Try to make time for the small things,” said Big Panda.
“They are often the most important.”...’
~ ‘...Sometimes all you can do is make someone a cup of tea. ☕
It might be enough.’
ooOoo
Not only beautifully illustrated, this is a beautifully produced volume that is a sheer delight to pick up. Picking up the shiny cherry red enhancement on the cover that follows through to the spine, it comes complete with a red ribbon to keep your place.
Measuring roughly 17.5 cm x 21.5 cm, the thick hardboard cover opens to 160 numbered, good quality, matte finish pages. Illustrated throughout, the majority are simply black & white, but every so often there is a surprising splash of colour.
The book is simply divided into 4 seasonal chapters, starting in Spring, and finishes with ‘Afterword’ & ‘Acknowledgements’.
From the back cover:
📝 ‘Lost in the swirling mists they fall asleep under glittering stars. It is spring by the time they emerge and while they sit watching a warm sun rise, it dawns on them that another significant adventure awaits…
Beloved friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together.
And, although they often get lost, it leads them to discover many beautiful things. They explore the hardships and happiness that connects us all. They learn how to live in the moment, how to be at peace with uncertainty and how to find the strength to overcomes life’s obstacles together...’
ooOoo
~ ‘...“Which is more important,” asked Big Panda, “the journey or the destination?”
~ “The company,” said Tiny Dragon.’
15 images attached © James Norbury & Michael Joseph/2021














