One day a young man decides that he wants a lion tattoo. But as the tattooist begins her work, the young man feels the pain of the needle and decides that his lion doesn’t need a tail…or a stomach…or a mane!

Based on a tale by Rumi, and with Atefeh Maleki Joo’s brightly-daubed illustrations reminiscent of a children’s cartoon, this humorous yet philosophical picture book for adult readers is guaranteed to make you think as well as laugh.

With its luxurious cloth cover and small format, it also makes a perfect gift book, ideal for Christmas.