Description
The epic journey of Bodhidharma, who brought Zen and martial arts to the Shaolin Temple. This epic historical fiction novel opens with a young man namedSardili born of the warrior caste in 507 A.D. Sardili realizes that hewould rather seek enlightenment than follow his family’s military legacyand sets out on a life-long quest for truth and wisdom. Sardili becomes the Buddhist monk Bodhidharma, known as Da Mo inChina. He travels throughout India, brings Buddhism to China, and singlehandedly establishes the Shaolin Temple as the birthplace of Zen andthe Martial Arts. A Sudden Dawn is a refreshing take on the mythical origins of Kung Fuwith a good pace, enjoyable interpretation of legendary characters, andwonderfully written adventures during the long journey across Asia.
