The ancient Tipitaka-inscribed palm leaves were destroyed in the Laotian revolution, but the long lost truth springs to life in this original account of Buddha's history. Highly renowned Venerable Acariya Thoon Khippaapanyo's unique and revealing perspective exposes the initial and most crucial sparks in Buddha's journey to enlightenment. What really happened in Kapilavastu? What was wagered with the golden tray? Discover these answers and a wealth of illuminating wisdom in this truly engaging book.