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The Lion Who Saw Himself in the Water
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Book cover of The Lion Who Saw Himself in the Water by Idries Shah
Author Idries Shah
Illustrator Ingrid Rodriguez
Cover artist Ingrid Rodriguez
Country United States of America
Language English
Genre Children
Published September 1998
Publisher Hoopoe Books
Publication date
1998-2016
Media type Print (Paperback & Hardcover).
Pages 36
ISBN 1883536251
Preceded by The Farmer's Wife 
Followed by The Boy Without a Name 

The Lion Who Saw Himself in the Water is a children's book first published in 1998. It was written by Idries Shah and released by Hoopoe Books. This book is the third in a series of eleven children's stories by Shah. Even though it's for younger kids, it teaches important lessons that anyone can learn from.

What's the Story About?

The Lion Who Saw Himself in the Water is a special kind of story called a fable. A fable is a short tale, often featuring animals, that teaches a moral lesson. This particular fable is about a kind and friendly lion.

The Lion's Discovery

The story follows a lion who is very good-natured. One day, he sees his own reflection in the water. This experience helps him learn something important about himself. The book uses this simple event to share a deeper message.

Learning from Fables

Fables like this one are great for teaching life lessons in a fun way. They help readers think about things like self-awareness and how we see ourselves. This story encourages young readers to understand their own strengths and qualities.

Different Ways to Read the Book

The Lion Who Saw Himself in the Water has been published in many different forms. You can find it as a hardcover book, which has a strong, stiff cover. There's also a softcover version, which is more flexible. Some editions even come with a CD, so you can listen to the story being read aloud.

Languages and Translations

This book is available in several languages. You can read it in English or Spanish. There are also special bilingual editions. These versions have the story in two languages at once, like English and Pashto, or English and Dari. This makes it a great tool for learning new languages or for families who speak different languages at home.

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