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The Monk and the Yak was written in Ladakh, India, inspired by the towering peaks of the Himalayas. It tells the story of a lonely monk and his huge hairy yak, who live together peacefully in the mountains. One stormy, snowy winter the monk is assailed by a mysterious illness and finds himself in dire straits. It is then that the yak proves himself to be a loyal friend with a heart of gold… 
Enhanced by illustrations in soft colors and charming characters, the book conveys a sense of calm and serenity. With its message that help is always available and may be found in the most unexpected places, it inspires a feeling of trust in the world. The simple, child-friendly text is a delight for people of all ages.​

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​Once upon a time a monk and a yak lived together in the Himalayan mountains.
​The monk had raised the yak from the time it was a little calf, and they were the best of friends.

​During the day the monk and the yak worked the fields together.

​And come the evening, the monk would meditate, while the yak ate its meal outside.​

​In summertime, they would collect firewood together

​and during the winter they would sit by the fireside to warm themselves.

One winter the monk fell very ill, and since all his rituals and prayers didn’t seem to help​

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