Ming the Panda: A True Story of Courage and Hope

By Jake Hope

A mother tells her child a bedtime story - the true story of Ming the Giant Panda.

Born in the mountains of Sichuan, Ming's life is traced from a tiny baby, growing up in the wild. Brought from China to London Zoo in 1938, she quickly becomes a favourite for visitors, especially children. Even Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen, comes to see her. And when the Second World War breaks out, Ming becomes an international celebrity, a symbol of hope in dangerous times.

When Ming dies in 1944 there is great sadness, but her story lives on.

Told as a story within a story, with Yu Rong's evocative illustrations, Ming's story still resonates today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 191565985X
• ISBN13: 9781915659859
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Otter-Barry Books Us
• Length: 48 Pages
• Age Range: 3 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Kindergarten