"The Dalai Lama Story: The Making of a World Leader" by Andrew Crowe chronicles the extraordinary life of Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama. The narrative traces his journey from a young boy in Tibet to becoming a spiritual and political icon. It highlights his courage in the face of adversity during the Chinese occupation of Tibet, his commitment to non-violence, and his efforts to promote peace and compassion worldwide. The book also delves into his teachings, emphasizing the importance of understanding, tolerance, and empathy in fostering global harmony, making it an inspiring account of leadership and resilience. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 200 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Random House New Zealand Ltd .

Andrew Crowe is a bestselling author with a special interest in helping make nature accessible to beginners of all ages. He has written over 40 nature books covering seashells, insects, spiders, birds and other animals and plants. Andrew has won numerous New Zealand book awards, including the Margaret Mahy Medal in 2009 for his overall contribution to children's literature and the Ashton Wylie Award in 2005 for a biography for teenagers on the Dalai Lama.