Who Is Tibet's Exiled Leader?: The 14th Dalai Lama
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 9–12 · 2023

Who Is Tibet's Exiled Leader?: The 14th Dalai Lama

By Teresa Robeson, Who HQ, Angela Poon (Illustrator)

Part of the Who HQ Graphic Novels series

A spiritual leader's daring escape from Tibet amid political turmoil.

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In 1959, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama faces a perilous journey, fleeing Tibet to escape Chinese oppression. This graphic novel vividly captures his dramatic escape to India, blending political tension with spiritual resilience. As the Tibetan leader navigates danger and exile, readers are drawn into a world of courage and hope. Will he find safety and preserve his people's spirit? Experience a gripping tale of survival and leadership, brought to life with stunning illustrations.

From the publisher

Discover the story behind the Fourteenth Dalai Lama’s journey from Tibet to permanent exile in India in this captivating graphic novel written by 2020 APALA Award-winning author Teresa Robeson and illustrator Angela Poon. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Follow the Fourteenth Dalai Lama’s harrowing escape to India in 1959, as he fled Chinese suppression of a national uprising in Tibet. A story of risk and political tension, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the incredible story of the Tibetan spiritual and political leader – brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

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Format
Pages
64
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
GN830L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.3
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
April 4, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593384602

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