Hungry and pitiful, a muddy little cat is rescued from the slums of New Delhi and transported to a life it could never have imagined. In a beautiful sanctuary overlooking the snow-capped Himalayas, it begins its new life as the cat of the Dalai Lama.

Kind-hearted, irreverent, and wise, this cat with many names opens a window into the inner sanctum of life in Dharamsala. A microscopic spy observing the constant flow of private encounters between His Holiness and all sorts of people, from Hollywood celebrities to NGO executives and self-help authors, the Dalai Lama's cat provides us with insights on how to find happiness and meaning in a busy, materialistic world. Its story will bring a smile to the lips of all those fortunate enough to enjoy the kneading paws and generous purring of a cat.