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The story of missionaries Arthur and Wilda Mathews stuck and suffering in China as Communism swept the nation in the early 1950s. Continue reading
Tag Archives: Biography
Escape! by Sid Fleischman (2006)
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A nice short biography by a great author of a man who was certainly an enigma. Continue reading
Tucker by Chadwick Moore (2023)
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How do you feel about Tucker Carlson? Me too! Probably. That’s why this book is helpful, to provide us with a little context and to keep us from knee-jerking our way through life. Continue reading
Journal of a Trapper by Osborne Russell (1921)
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A dated yet exciting journal of life on the American Frontier Continue reading
Torches of Joy by John Dekker (1992)
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Although lacking the “thrills” of Don Richardson’s books, John Dekker’s book, Torches of Joy shares similar, pioneer victories overseas. Continue reading
God Spoke Tibetan by Allen Mayberly (2001)
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I took a flight over the mighty Himalayas recently on my way to Nepal. From my aisle seat, I caught brief glimpses of Tibet through the tiny window, recalling with fondness my visit to Lhasa and Xigatse, now (goodness!) nearly … Continue reading
D is for Dahl by Wendy Cooling (2004)
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A gloriumptious A-Z guide to the world of Roald Dahl with illustrations by Quentin Blake What was it, two years ago now that the kids and I enjoyed our “Year of Dahl”? I think so, and yet we still can’t … Continue reading
The Apostle: A Life of Paul by John Pollock (1972)
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A Christian review of this strong and enjoyable narrative-biography (not a novel) from John Pollock – The Apostle: A Life of Paul (1972). Continue reading
Ten Girls Who Changed the World by Irene Howat (2001)
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A Christian review of this fascinating devotional for kids, Ten Girls Who Changed the World by Irene Howat (2001) Continue reading