Author: Linda K. Thomas
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1440191468
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Linda Thomas expected that when she grew old, she'd be a quaint little grandmathe kind that sits in a rocking chair and knits blankets for new grandbabies. But God and her husband had other ideas: Africa! This is Linda's story of her first four years working in Africa as a missionary. In this narrative, uniquely told through letters to her granddaughters, Linda shares how she stumbles into adventures most grandmas could not imaginea hippo charges her, a Maasai elder spits at her, and a baboon poops in her breakfast. As she faithfully answers Gods callingand its challengesshe recounts both hilarious and frightful incidents, joys and heartaches, answered prayers, and those God seemed to leave unanswered. While drinking tea from a pot cleaned with cows urine, suffering through an embarrassing breast exam, and narrowly escaping a carjacking by a murderer wielding an assault rifle, Linda falls in love with Africa, its people, and the work God presented her. Grandmas Letters from Africa is a chronicle of Gods heart, His delightful creativity, and His amazing power to help those in need.
Grandma's Letters from Africa
Author: Linda K. Thomas
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1440191468
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Linda Thomas expected that when she grew old, she'd be a quaint little grandmathe kind that sits in a rocking chair and knits blankets for new grandbabies. But God and her husband had other ideas: Africa! This is Linda's story of her first four years working in Africa as a missionary. In this narrative, uniquely told through letters to her granddaughters, Linda shares how she stumbles into adventures most grandmas could not imaginea hippo charges her, a Maasai elder spits at her, and a baboon poops in her breakfast. As she faithfully answers Gods callingand its challengesshe recounts both hilarious and frightful incidents, joys and heartaches, answered prayers, and those God seemed to leave unanswered. While drinking tea from a pot cleaned with cows urine, suffering through an embarrassing breast exam, and narrowly escaping a carjacking by a murderer wielding an assault rifle, Linda falls in love with Africa, its people, and the work God presented her. Grandmas Letters from Africa is a chronicle of Gods heart, His delightful creativity, and His amazing power to help those in need.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1440191468
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Linda Thomas expected that when she grew old, she'd be a quaint little grandmathe kind that sits in a rocking chair and knits blankets for new grandbabies. But God and her husband had other ideas: Africa! This is Linda's story of her first four years working in Africa as a missionary. In this narrative, uniquely told through letters to her granddaughters, Linda shares how she stumbles into adventures most grandmas could not imaginea hippo charges her, a Maasai elder spits at her, and a baboon poops in her breakfast. As she faithfully answers Gods callingand its challengesshe recounts both hilarious and frightful incidents, joys and heartaches, answered prayers, and those God seemed to leave unanswered. While drinking tea from a pot cleaned with cows urine, suffering through an embarrassing breast exam, and narrowly escaping a carjacking by a murderer wielding an assault rifle, Linda falls in love with Africa, its people, and the work God presented her. Grandmas Letters from Africa is a chronicle of Gods heart, His delightful creativity, and His amazing power to help those in need.
Letters and Journals: Letters, 1820-1821
Author: George Gordon Byron Baron Byron
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
The Works of Voltaire: The Henriade. Letters and miscellanies
The Henriade: Letters and miscellanies
English Letters and Letterwriters of the Eighteenth Century
Author: Howard Williams
Publisher: London, G. Bell & sons
ISBN:
Category : Authors, English
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Publisher: London, G. Bell & sons
ISBN:
Category : Authors, English
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Zaire
Author: Voltaire
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : French language
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : French language
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
VOLTAIRE - Premium Collection: Novels, Philosophical Writings, Historical Works, Plays, Poems & Letters (60+ Works in One Volume) - Illustrated
Author: Voltaire
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 4352
Book Description
In 'VOLTAIRE - Premium Collection', readers are treated to a comprehensive compilation of Voltaire's diverse works, showcasing his versatility as a writer and thinker. From novels to philosophical writings, historical works to plays, and poems to letters, this collection offers insights into Voltaire's wit, critique of society, and advocacy for reason and tolerance. Written in a satirical and thought-provoking style, Voltaire's works continue to be relevant in today's world with their exploration of themes such as freedom, social injustice, and the power of knowledge. The variety of genres included in this collection highlights Voltaire's ability to engage readers across different literary forms and subjects, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Francois-Marie Arouet, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prolific writer and philosopher of the Enlightenment era. His life experiences, including exile and imprisonment, informed his works which often challenged authority and promoted intellectual freedom. Voltaire's sharp wit and bold criticisms of the establishment earned him a reputation as a leading figure of his time, influencing generations of thinkers and writers. For readers interested in exploring the works of one of the most influential figures of the Enlightenment, 'VOLTAIRE - Premium Collection' offers a comprehensive overview of his writings. With a rich assortment of genres and themes, this collection provides a thorough examination of Voltaire's legacy and relevance in the modern world, making it a must-read for those seeking intellectual stimulation and enlightenment.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 4352
Book Description
In 'VOLTAIRE - Premium Collection', readers are treated to a comprehensive compilation of Voltaire's diverse works, showcasing his versatility as a writer and thinker. From novels to philosophical writings, historical works to plays, and poems to letters, this collection offers insights into Voltaire's wit, critique of society, and advocacy for reason and tolerance. Written in a satirical and thought-provoking style, Voltaire's works continue to be relevant in today's world with their exploration of themes such as freedom, social injustice, and the power of knowledge. The variety of genres included in this collection highlights Voltaire's ability to engage readers across different literary forms and subjects, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Francois-Marie Arouet, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prolific writer and philosopher of the Enlightenment era. His life experiences, including exile and imprisonment, informed his works which often challenged authority and promoted intellectual freedom. Voltaire's sharp wit and bold criticisms of the establishment earned him a reputation as a leading figure of his time, influencing generations of thinkers and writers. For readers interested in exploring the works of one of the most influential figures of the Enlightenment, 'VOLTAIRE - Premium Collection' offers a comprehensive overview of his writings. With a rich assortment of genres and themes, this collection provides a thorough examination of Voltaire's legacy and relevance in the modern world, making it a must-read for those seeking intellectual stimulation and enlightenment.
Letters and journals, edited by R.E. Prothero
Author: George Gordon Byron Baron Byron
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 654
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 654
Book Description
Letters from Congo
Author: Danielle Legros Georges
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781941604052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
LETTERS FROM CONGO, a powerful collection of 13 intimate poems, written as letters, by Haitian-American poet Danielle Legros Georges, that invites readers to journey every air mile traveled by a family trying to survive the perpetual uncertainty of life in exile.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781941604052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
LETTERS FROM CONGO, a powerful collection of 13 intimate poems, written as letters, by Haitian-American poet Danielle Legros Georges, that invites readers to journey every air mile traveled by a family trying to survive the perpetual uncertainty of life in exile.
Letters from Kinshasa
Author: Milly Guildford
Publisher: Partridge Africa
ISBN: 1482804581
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Milly Guildford, recently divorced, takes a job in the Congo, working to bring good governance to a system riddled with corruption and mismanagement. She soon finds that life in Kinshasa is never straightforward. Coming face-to-face with the Congos bizarre bureaucracy, which seems to have grown even more powerful through the years of anarchy, she collaborates with a longtime friend, a married man who lives in London, to write a book about it. Collecting material for the book entails copying secret documents, a dangerous activity. It gives her friend an excuse to come to Kinshasa, which he does for much longer than is strictly necessary. Both the book and the man bring Milly more than her fair share of problems. Interwoven with this are accounts of her travels in the country, her bizarre social life, and her efforts to understand how things are done in Kinshasa.
Publisher: Partridge Africa
ISBN: 1482804581
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Milly Guildford, recently divorced, takes a job in the Congo, working to bring good governance to a system riddled with corruption and mismanagement. She soon finds that life in Kinshasa is never straightforward. Coming face-to-face with the Congos bizarre bureaucracy, which seems to have grown even more powerful through the years of anarchy, she collaborates with a longtime friend, a married man who lives in London, to write a book about it. Collecting material for the book entails copying secret documents, a dangerous activity. It gives her friend an excuse to come to Kinshasa, which he does for much longer than is strictly necessary. Both the book and the man bring Milly more than her fair share of problems. Interwoven with this are accounts of her travels in the country, her bizarre social life, and her efforts to understand how things are done in Kinshasa.