Religion: Biblical & Religious Fiction

ANGELS IN THE SNOW: A Novella
by Melody Carlson. Beautiful cover art. Condition: NEW 2002 Revell hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), no printing given. Content: Furious at God for the loss of her husband and young son in a boating accident 18 months ago, artist Claire Andrews has been unable to paint since the tragedy. She retreats to an isolated mountain cabin, where her daily walks are her only comfort and where she is haunted by a recurring dream. When she notices two sets of footprints in the snow, Claire wonders if her husband and son have returned or if God has sent her two angels. She begins painting brilliant, angel-filled snow scenes but doesn't find solace until she discovers and falls in love with the true makers of the footprints-a widowed author and his young daughter. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE BEGGAR KING: Tales of the Forgotten God (Book 1)
by Dan Hamilton. Cover art & illustrations by Jack Stockman. Condition: NEW 1993 InterVarsity Press Trade Paperback. Perfect. Content: The beggar has come to the land. And those who meet him will never be the same: a woman who longs for her lost husband; a young man trying to save his infant niece; a broken old man who wants nothing more than unbroken rest; a faded beauty abandoned by the crowds; a disillusioned bard; and a man bent by the burdens he tries to carry. These haunting tales of the lost City and the Elder God reach across time and space to remind us of what he have forgotten. By stirring ancient longings, these stories will cause us to remember. Beautiful book & story. [1 copy available]
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THE BEST CHRISTIAN WRITING 2001
edited by John Wilson. Intro by Larry Woiwode. Condition: NEW 2001 HarperSanFrancisco Trade Paperback, first printing. Content: This book is a smorgasbord of goodies--some sweet, others sour, often spicy, and occasionally bland. John Wilson cuts and pastes from a variety of periodicals to show how diverse "the best" Christian writing can be. The selections range from lightly academic to everyman accessible. In "Confessions of a Reluctant Catholic," Alice McDermott offers a brief memoir about her return to faith, because "reluctantly, we submit to what it seems we have always known," while Elizabeth Fox-Genovese looks at how her adult profession of belief is received in academia in "A Conversion Story." There's understated humor in "Seminary Sanity," as Sarah Hinlicky recounts her experience with a mandated psychiatric evaluation before entering the ministry. Fatherhood scores a double with Edward Ericson Jr.'s poignant tribute to his dad, "A Father to the End," and the moving reflections of Scott Sawyer's "Earthly Fathers." Stephen L. Carter, Philip Yancey, Richard John Neuhaus, and Reynolds Price are among those who add their voices to this volume. Thoughtful readers who don't connect with all of the essays will still find enough gourmet fare here to make a satisfying meal. [1 copy available]
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THE BIG FISHERMAN
by Lloyd C. Douglas. Condition: 1964 Pocket Cardinal paperback 7th printing. Diagonal creases bottom front cover corner, pale spine crease with clean & tight interior with very light tanning to page edges. Content: This book is an historical novel based on the life and death of Christ and the start of the Christian movement. This book would definately re-affirm a borderline Christian's faith. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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BLESSED CHILD: A Novel
by Bill Bright and Ted Dekker. Condition: NEW 2001 Word Publishing Trade Paperback, first printing. Tiny edgewear. Content: Jason Marker, an embittered Peace Corps representative, must spirit the 10-year-old wunderkind Caleb out of Ethiopia with the help of Leiah, a Red Cross nurse who is covered with disfiguring scars. Upon their arrival in the U.S., Caleb is put in the care of the nefarious Father Nikolous at the rather stereotypically cruel Sunnyside Orphanage. Caleb's extraordinary powers manifest themselves early in the tale: raising a man from the dead, restoring sight to a blind boy, healing a paraplegic. Even as religious authorities are thrown into turmoil about the source of Caleb's amazing abilities, Father Nikolous loses no time in exploiting those powers for his own financial gain. When a powerful politician realizes that Caleb holds the key to the destruction of his presidential ambitions, he contracts for the boy's murder. The romance between Jason and Leiah follows a predictable course, although Jason's unconditional acceptance of her scarred body offers a nice touch. Caleb is satisfactorily presented as an uncorrupted innocent who finds the world a stumbling block to his childlike faith. [351 pages] Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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A BOUQUET OF LOVE (Inspirational)
by Ann Maree Roam. Beautiful, soothing floral and country color illustrations by Sherri Buck Baldwin. Condition: UNREAD 1999 Lang Books hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket) with slipcase, first edition, first printing. Tiny shelfwear to slipcase corners. DJ price-clipped. Content: Beautiful inspirational words of wisdom for mother-to-daughter or friend-to-friend accompanied by some of the most beautiful artwork you will find in books. Questions welcome. [2 copies available]
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CATHOLICS: A Novel AND The Conflict (DVD Movie of the Book) 2 for 1
by Brian Moore. Condition: Gently pre-read 1972 McClelland & Stewart (Toronto) slim hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket). The interior has no problems, but the DJ does have problems: repaired nics top edge with tanning to the edges and rubbings to the gilt lettering. Content: On a remote isle off the Kerry coast, a group of monks has decided to take a stand against its masters in Rome - contrary to modem edicts, the brethren have chosen to retain the old traditions and ceremonies of worship. Their ancient practices do not go unnoticed however, and as they start to attract crowds of curious tourists pilgrims even - someone has to stop them. But when Father James Kinsella arrives with strict orders from the Vatican, he does not find, as he anticipates, a community united in defiance, but one riven by dogma and doubt. In this masterly evocation of an island brotherhood, Brian Moore explores the subtle boundaries that shift between duty and faith, between obedience and dissent. The 1973 made-for-TV movie is called The Conflict and was directed by Jack Gold and starred a very young Martin Sheen, Trevor Howard, Cyril Cusack, and Sir Michael Gambon ("Dumbledore"). It is a thought provoking take on the Catholic Church proclaiming that Mass would be said in a country's native language and no long in Latin. This is a digitally remastered DVD. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE CHAMPION (The Story that Inspired the Full-Length Motion Picture)
by Carman. Condition: NEW 2001 Thomas Nelson Trade Paperback, first printing. Light edgewear. Content: Former cruiserweight champion of the world, Orlando Leone, Jr., must come out of retirement to redeem an impossible situation. In his night job as head of security, Orlando must subdue the current champion at a party. Cameras flash, and within minutes, Orlando's life is changed forever. Leone is dragged into the fight of his life. The champ wants revenge, his manager wants to reap the financial reward, and Leone must come out of retirement, against his will. The Champion will let you witness one of the most brutal fistic battles the ring has ever seen. A clash against love and greed, light and darkness, hope and fear, you can be the judge. A novel about the search for God and redemption. [1 copy available]
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FINDING GOD IN THE LORD OF THE RINGS
by Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware. Condition: NEW 2001 Tyndale small hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Content: There's more to Middle-earth than meets the eye, argue Kurt Bruner and Jim War. J.R.R. Tolkien, a devout Christian, helped bring C.S. Lewis into the faith and met weekly with Lewis and Charles Williams at an Oxford pub for heated religious and literary discussions that informed The Lord of the Rings. Although Bruner and Ware avoid any simplistic claim that Tolkien's saga is "a covert allegory of the Gospel," the authors assert that the books have evangelistic power because they "can open the heart's back door when the front door is locked." Twenty-one short chapters describe various scenes and themes from Tolkien's work in order to illustrate truths of Christian life. For instance, Frodo and Sam's awareness that their adventures are part of a larger story "reflects the Christian understanding of providence, that we are all part of a story being written by the creator of all that is." Finding God successfully clarifies the ways that Tolkien's Christian worldview influenced the creation of his fantasy world, while respecting the artistic integrity of his achievement. [1 copy available]
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GOD'S DOG: Conversations tith Coyote
by Webster Kitchell. Clever & charming B&W illustrations by Glen Strock. Condition: NEW 1993 Skinner House Trade Paperback, third printing. Tiny tag removal mark top cover edge. Interior perfect. Content: In Native American traditions, Coyote is the Trickster--the one you want to avoid but love to hear stories about. In the Aztec tradition, Coyote is "God's Dog." As a minor deity, Coyote is at home in the world we know and in the world of magic and the gods. In this series of coyote adventures, he gets involved with a parish minister in Santa Fe, New Mexico. They meet for donuts and go on drives through the desert and mountains in an old VW Thing. They discuss just what you'd expect form a minor deity and a philosophical clergyman--death. lying, progress, why Jesus was crucified, what money will buy, and the nature of the universe. Webster Kitchell is a graduate Amherst college, Harvard Divinity School, and Eden Theological Seminary. Questions welcome [1 copy available]
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DAVID WARRIOR AND KING
by Frank G. Slaughter. Condition: Gently pre-read c. 1963 Popular Library paperback (445 pages), first printing. Pale spine crease. Moderate tanning. The book actually appears unread, but doesn't "fee" like it, if that makes sense. Content: Slaughter brings to life the life of King David and his romance with and love for Bathsheba. [1 copy available]
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THE GREAT WING
by Louis A. Tartaglia, M.D. Beautiful wrap-around cover art, but no credit given. B&W illustrations - again no credit. Condition: UNREAD 1998 Executive Books Trade Paperback, no printing given. Content: This whimsical story about a Canada goose is really an analogy illustrating human transformation. As readers follow the tribulations of a rebellious fledgling who matures into the leader of a V-wing formation, they will recognize the value of virtues such as honesty, courage, and perseverance, and learn that an individual's strengths are magnified when they serve the needs of a group. [1 copy available]
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IN HIS STEPS: What Would Jesus Do?
by Charles M. Sheldon. Condition: NEW c. 1993 Barbour Publishing paperback in perfect condition. No edition or printing given. Content: WWJD - What Would Jesus Do? originated in this book. This is the story of one church's pledge to consider WWJD before each and every decision. For some, following Christ's example brought great joy. It also caused misunderstanding, conflict, and suffering. It meant entire dedication of money, talent, career, and influence. This is a classic in Christian literature - one of those "must-read" books. [1 copy available]
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JOB'S NIECE
by Grace Livingston Hill. The DJ states that the illustrator is Kathy Arbuckle - but there's aren't any illustrations. Condition: UNREAD c. 1997 Grosset & Dunlap hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), the only date given is 1927, but is obviously not a 1927 edition. Book Club Edition. Content: When Doris Dunbar's loving father dies, her family is torn apart. Suddenly Doris is faced with financial ruin, a hateful stepmother, a disgruntled fiancé, a dying brother, and the care of younger siblings. Just as Doris's world is crumbling around her she meets Scottish businessman Angus Macdonald, whose unusual business proposition seems to lead her closer to the peace and answers that have eluded her. What surprises await the Dunbar family -- a family that so desperately wants to be together--in the midst of an impossible situation? [1 copy available]
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THE JOURNEY (INSCRIBED COPY) (Biblical Fiction)
as told to Marjorie Kann Jackson. Illustrations by Toy Mitchell Mash. Condition: INSCRIBED to author's family member, loose endpage. UNREAD 1992 Unicorn Books (Ft. Worth) slim hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), fist ediiton, first printing. All in green & white - text, maps, and illustrations. Content: The story of Joseph and Mary's journey to Bethlehem as related to the author in a "dream." It's actually a beautiful little book - in design and in content. [1 copy available]
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KING OF KINGS
by Malachi Martin. Condition: UNREAD 1982 Pocket paperback, first printing. Thin binder's glue string down spine with light edgewear. Interior clean & tight. Content: "The mighty epic novel of the life of King David." [1 copy available]
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THE LAST RAINBOW
by Parke Godwin. Dual cover art by Stephanie Gerber. Condition: Gently pre-read, if at all, 1995 Bantam Trade Paperback, first printing. Light edgewear to cover edges with pale hinge crease. Interior clean & tight but with moderate tanning to page edges. Content: Reviewer: "This book is a lovely intermingling of two worlds. On the one side is Patrick, a fiery young priest enamoured with the idea of leading Ireland to the faith. On the other side is the Prydn: a nomadic people blessed with a great love of life and Earth, but slowly marginalised into the feared and hated faerie folk. Patrick is drawn into a small tribe of Prydn, most of whom shine with their own fierce diamond-bright personalities: thoughtful, determined Dorelai, gentle Drust, bold Cru, and a host of others. The interplay and exchange of knowledge between the two worlds--the world of Christianity and the world of magic -- is so gradual and sensual that it almost feels like lovemaking. Soon enough, though, we come to realise that both Patrick and the prydn queen Dorelai share a commons sin -- pride -- that draws them irresistably into the climax of the tale. Stylistic shifts abound, allowing the readers to look through the minds and eyes of all the myriad cultures displayed. The use of language is rich and deft, frequently dissolving into comedy, and just with as much mastery turning into a passionate love story and a richly wrought history. There's something for everybody at the end of this Rainbow." [1 copy available]
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McGUFFEY AND HIS READERS: Piety, Morality, and Education in Nineteenth-Century America
by John H. Westerhoff III. B&W photos illustrate. Condition: UNREAD c. 1982 Mott Media paperback, no printing given. Content: "I urge every Chritian school educator to read [this book]. It will give you insight into the biblical foundations of America's early school curriculum. You'll be amazed at how Christ-centered McGuffey's Readers actually were! McGuffey did much to strenghten the spiritual vitality of early America through his Readers." - Dr. Paul Kienel, Association of Christian Schools International. [1 copy available]
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MARY MAGDALENE
by Ellen Gunderson Traylor. Condition: Very good 1988 Living Books (Wheaton, IL) paperback, fourth printing, with 2 pages of bracketed material in the introduction - the rest of the book is unread and perfect. Small edgewear. Content: If you are looking for the "new" interpretation of mary Magdalene, this is not the book for you. Originally published in 1985, Traylor's intense fictional biography of Mary Magdalene envisions the child Mary being sold by her father to a man who rapes her and forces her into prostitution, completely submerging her old life in the brutality of her new life as "Rahab." As the years pass, Rahab's behavior becomes unpredictable as the demons hidden in her memories come to life, turning her into a madwoman. Her life is saved only by the intervention of a childhood friend who kidnaps her from slavery, but her sanity is still in question until a man named Jesus drives out her demons and convinces her of God's love. [1 copy available]
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MEMOIRS OF PONTIUS PILATE: A Novel
by James R. Mills. Condition: UNREAD 2000 Revell small hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), no printing given. Content: Thirty years after the death of Jesus of Nazareth, an exiled Pontius Pilate compiles his memoirs into a history of the Jewish faith and the rise of Christianity. He contemplates his role in sentencing Jesus to death by crucifixion and puzzles at the rapid spread of the teachings of that simple man. A true politician, he denies any blame for his part in Jesus' final hours. Instead, he lays the blame at the feet of the crowd who cried for Barabbas to be released and at the feet of the temple officials who called for his trial. Subtly, Pilate's fascination with Jesus and his teachings gives life to his recital, and glimpses of Pilate's own thoughts and feelings surface. Mills's (Gospel According to Pontius Pilate) expertise with his subject provides unexpected depth to this intriguing glimpse at a man vilified for his place in history. [1 copy available]
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THE PEOPLE VS. JUDAS ISCARIOT - the Punishment Phase (Worship and Drama Series For Lent)
by Wm. Clayton McCord. B&W set design drawings. Condition: NEW 1999 CSS Trade Paperback, no printing given. Content: Written in an easy-to-present format, this captivating five-part series takes place in a courtroom, as attorneys present evidence based upon the Bible and tradition. Witnesses who are ""subpoenaed"" to testify include Peter, John, and Mary Magdalene. The People vs. Judas Iscariot is a captivating five-part series for Lenten worship or group discussion. Detailed worship bulletins with an order of service are provided for each of the five presentations. The People vs. Judas Iscariot is written in an easy-to-present format (no memorization required) and includes scripture readings that follow carefully defined themes. The homily takes the shape of a court hearing in which Judas undergoes his punishment phase. Prosecution and defense attorneys attempt to sway the judge and congregation with evidence based upon the Bible and tradition. Various witnesses are "subpoenaed" to testify, including Peter, John, Mary Magdalene, and others. [This is only one part of the 5-part series.] [1 copy available]
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PONTIUS PILATE: A BIOGRAPHICAL NOVEL
by Paul L. Maier. Condition: Gently pre-read 1968 Doubleday hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), no ediiton given - most likely a Book Club Edition even though the DJ is price-clipped. Light shelfwear to bottom board edges. The DJ has edgewear and rubbings along "hinge." Name plate loose endpage. Actually, better than it sounds. Content: Reviewer: "Paul Maier, a nationally recognized teacher of History broke ground with this classic historical biography of Pontius Pilate. Rejecting the carelessness that dominates the genre of historical fiction, Dr. Maier created his own genre which could be called "documented historical fiction". He adopts 3 rules, 1) He doesn't invent characters and only uses names of real people 2) He uses information in the primary sources whenever possible and only speculates on plot features where the sources are lacking. 3) He includes documented footnotes for a great number of events in the life of Pilate, these not only lead you to the primary sources, they also give the author's justification for how he interprets them and incorporates them into the story. If you want to read the Christ story from a new perspective, this book will give you an eyewitness account from the eye sockets of one of the key players in Christ' life. You will understand the political background to the New Testament and gain a new appreciation for how the miraculous events in Jesus ministry were interpreted."
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PRINCE OF EGYPT
by Dorothy Clarke Wilson. Condition: Good only, 1952 Cardinal Pocket paperback, second printing. Spine crease with light peeling bottom spine, moderate tanning. Content: The magnificent story of Moses, who forfeited a throne to found a faith. One of the best of the "Moses" books of the 1940s and 50s. Winner of the Westminster Fiction Award of 1948. Questions welcome. [1 copy available.]
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PRISCILLA & AQUILA: A NOVEL
by Lois Henderson and Harold Ivan Smith. Condition: UNREAD 1985 Guideposts hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Bookstore embossed stamp bottom title page. Content: From the cover: Henderson's final novel retells the New Testament story of the wise and courageous Priscilla. This touching story recounts the enduring love of Priscilla's marriage to Aquila, one that withstood adversity and persecution; their conversion to Christianity and encounter with the Apostle Paul; Priscilla's personal experience of Christ; and her understanding of the importance of women within the Christian community. Questions welcome. [1 copy available.]
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RED FIRE: A Quest for Awakening (Religious Fantasy)
by Paula D'Arcy. Condition: NEW 2001 Innisfree Press Trade paperback, no edition given. Content: In the deceptively simple framework of an allegorical tale, Paula D'Arcy tells of her own spiritual journey through the story of a young girl named Anastasia. In the town of Status across the river from Quo, where Anastasia was born, nothing ever changes until the Stranger arrives and awakens a great longing in her heart. Bringing tales of love and of the Great Being, the Stranger captivates the children with his joy and delight in life. They dance, fly kites, and disrupt the way things should be. But the town elders disapprove and force the Stranger to move on. When Anastasia reaches her seventeenth year, she begins to feel discontent, restless, and is filled with a deep longing. Setting out on a journey to find the Stranger whose words had once captured her heart, she encounters a Magician who promises to guide her quest. Red Fire is a book of visionary fiction for all who have ever felt left a place of comforting familiarity in search of the unknown. [1 copy available]
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THE RED GERANIUM
by Janette Oke. Cover art by Jennifer Wharton; interior art by Sherry Paavola. Condition: UNREAD 1995 Bethany House small hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), no ediiton given. Although it is unread, you can tell that it has been perused on the shelf. Lovely maroon & white text and illustrations. Content: It wasn't that Gran Thomas hadn't taken on difficult challenges in her lifetime. She'd always met them head on before and fought her way through. But now-. Now there seemed to be no reason to put in all that effort. What would she gain? With her world turned upside down, everything that she loved seemed lost to her. But one little boy, her great-grandson Tommy, loves her too much to allow the inner light to go out in her life. He must do something for Gran. But what? [1 copy available]
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THE RETURN OF THE RAGPICKER (Sequel to Greatest Miracle in the World)
by Og Mandino. Condition: UNREAD 1993 Bantam paperback, 5th printing. Light tanning to page edges. Content: In The Greatest Miracle in the World, Mandino wrote about the mystic and inspiring figure of Simon Potter the Ragpicker, who rescued drunks and others from life's dumping grounds with the help of a credo he called God's Memorandum. Here he reappears, bringing a new set of principles--basically the Golden Rule plus added strictures against destroying the earth, humanity's only home. [1 copy available]
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THE RICHEST MAN IN BABYLON (Inspirational Fiction)
by George S. Clason. Condition: UNREAD 1988 Signet paperback, 5th printing. Problem: moderate tanning to page edges. Interior clean & tight. Content: Reviewer: "Here is a book written for literally anyone who wants to learn lessons for life on how to get rich. And for all those desperados out there dreaming of getting fantastically rich with ridiculously little effort: here is your guide. You will learn that making money and getting rich isn't hard at all, but it requires a little discipline. There are only a handful of tips given in this book, but they are sufficient to make a real difference in your wallet and a real difference in your life! [2 copies available]
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THE ROBE
by Lloyd C. Douglas. Intro by Andrew Greeley. Condition UNREAD, but not perfect, 1986 Houghton Mifflin Trade Paperback, 74th printing. Poor shelving has led to light edge wear with some creasing to several page bottom corners. Interior clean & tight. Content: A Roman soldier, Marcellus, wins Christ's robe as a gambling prize. He then sets forth on a quest to find the truth about the Nazarene's robe-a quest that reaches to the very roots and heart of Christianity and is set against the vividly limned background of ancient Rome. Here is a timeless story of adventure, faith, and romance, a tale of spiritual longing and ultimate redemption. The 1953 movie classic as directed by Henry Koster and starred Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Michael Rennie, and a great turn by Jay Robinson as the insane Caligula. Don't miss it. [1 copy available]
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ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON AND THE QUEST FOR THE HOLY GRAIL
written & illuminated by Edward Hays (Father Hays). Great B&W drawings illustrate. Condition UNREAD 1998 Forest of Peace Trade Paperback, 11th pritning. Very light edge wear. The one drawback to this book is that the publisher has given us a weaker than normal binding. All of the copies are like this. Content: Once again, parable-man and storyteller Edward Hays opens the doors of the mind's magic theatre and provides a collection of mystic maps to guide readers on the path to the most fabulous of all hidden treasures--the Holy Grail. Reviewer: "Fr. Hays is a gifted storyteller. His parables find their way through cynicism and doubt, and work in the reader's heart at a profound level. Having read nearly all of Fr. Hays's books, I recommend this book as a starting place for his compassionate, loving, inclusive, and atavistic theology. It is the story of a man with a deep spiritual longing who is uncertain how to fulfill it. His mentor appears in the form of an ancient dragon offering assistance, guidance, and a slyly humorous wisdom. This is not a book to be read once and put aside, nor is it a book to be read quickly. It will seem new-age-y to some readers, but it isn't. It will appeal to those who are hurting, those who are young at heart, teenagers, and especially to those whose religious background includes ritual. Everyone embarking on, or already on, a spiritual journey will find something holy here." [1 copy available]
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THE SHEPHERD (Illustrated Novel)
by Frederick Forsyth. B&W illustrations by Robert Hunt. Condition: UNREAD 1992 Bantam hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Problem: Gift inscription loose end page. Content: "It's Christmas Eve 1957, and an English pilot is flying his Vampire from Germany, on his way home for Christmas. But when the electrical circuits fail, he is suddenly on his own in a lonely sky, unable to contact the men below who alone can guide him home through the foggy skies. With fuel running out, radio contact gone, and navigation impossible, and when it seems that he's destined to ditch only to freeze to death in a deserted sea, a miraculous saviour appears. A World War II style plane appears out of the gloom, and its brave pilot "shepherds" the helpless flyer down through the frosty night sky towards safety. Will he succeed? And why does the airport seem deserted? And who is the mysterious shepherd? Although "The Shepherd" is a very short novel that can easily be read in under an hour, it doesn't hinder Forsyth from capturing your attention. He cleverly heightens the intensity of the action and suspense by using the first person point of view. The stricken pilot's fears and bewilderment quickly become your own, until they are resolved in a spine-chilling last-page climax that raises as many questions as it answers. Has the feel of the great "A Guy Named Joe." [1 copy available]
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THE SHOES OF THE FISHERMAN
by Morris L. West. Movie art cover (Anthony Quinn). Condition: UNREAD 1969 Dell paperback second printing. Tiny tiny edgewear. Two small spots on fore edges. Interior clean & tight. Content: This story takes place during the height of the Cold War. Archbishop Kiril Lakato, longtime political prisoner of the Soviet Union, is released by his long-time captors. He is released to Rome, where he is installed as a cardinal for his faithfulness to the church. In quick succession after this, the pope dies, and an election takes place. Remarkably, Kiril the Russian is elected pope, after giving a moving account of his time in captivity to assembled cardinals weary of the election process, and shortly thereafter commits the church to a risky idea of intervention between the major powers, to the dismay of many of the fellow cardinals, who believe the new pope is following a dangerous path. With a few changes, we could be talking about Pope John Paul II. The book is better than the movie, but the movie is good. Non-Catholics could get a bit lost in the theology and terminology. [1 copy available]
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THE THRONE OF TARA: A Novel (Historical Fiction)
by John Desiarlais. Chuck Gillies cover art. Condition: UNREAD 1991 Crossway Books Trade Paperback, second printing. Light tanning to page edges. Content: The warrior blood of Erin's royal line pulsed through his veins, but he was called to a higher battle. As Crimthann, the Wolf, would he become the High King of Ireland, fulfilling his father's ambitions? Or as Colum, the dove, would he be a scholar in the Church, fulfilling his mother's prayers? This story is based on the thrilling true story of Columba of Iona, the best man the 6th Century could produce: a prince, poet, scholar, soldier, and holy man gifted with a thunderous voice, a prodigious memory, and the powers of Second Sight. Yet his pride and temper led him into battle over a disputed manuscript, and in remorse over the thousands slain, he entered exit among the savage Picts, where he dueled the druids - miracles versus magic. [1 copy available]
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A TIME FOR JUDAS
by Morley Callaghan. Condition: UNREAD (but not perfect) Avon Canada paperback, first printing. Binding glue wrinkles down spine with small edgewear. Interior clean & tight with light tanning to page edges. Content: Callaghan has been called the "Lloyd C. Douglas of Canada," and this book will leave no doubt that he should have been a bigger name in literature. This book presents a dramatic new interpretation of the final days of Christ on earth. Seen through the eyes of Philo, a corrupt and sensual Greek scribe working for Pontius Pilate, here is all the intrigue and passion of a Jerusalem divided between swaggering Romans and rebelious Jews, seething with prostitutes and bandits, and rocked by the arrival of a man claiming to be the Messiah, the Son of God. Callaghan recounts a very different story of Judas the betrayer, one that is fascinating, psychologically complex, and ultimately a tale of love that will linger long after the final line has been read. Worth the read. [1 copy available]
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UPON THIS ROCK: The Life of St. Peter
by Walter F. Murphy, the author of The Vicar of Christ. Condition: UNREAD but not perfect. 1987 Ballantine Books paperback with tiny edgewear and a diagonal crease front and back cover. Interior clean & tight with light tanning to page edges. Content: Reviewer: "Murphy's Peter is not the perfect first pope of legend, but a man driven by the shame of denying Christ. He is afflicted by jealosy of John and an all too active sex drive. Still, he perserveres to lead the early church as he hopes Christ would want. Many Biblical and historic figures play a part in this painstakingly detailed piece of historical fiction. A darn good read!" Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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