Paul Writes (A Letter)

New
Picture Book
2018
$20.52

A charming introduction to Saint Paul and his epistles

Caldecott Medal-winner Chris Raschka breathes new life into the letters of Paul the Apostle with this inviting book. Each sumptuous page distills the main themes of Paul's epistles into approachable, appealing language. Chris Raschka expertly depicts Paul's sincerity and compassion, sadness and pain, giving readers a true sense of who Paul really was.

Paul Writes (a Letter) celebrates how one of the most beloved biblical figures changed the world through the written word.

Synopsis

A charming introduction to Saint Paul and his epistles

Caldecott Medal-winner Chris Raschka breathes new life into the letters of Paul the Apostle with this inviting book. Each sumptuous page distills the main themes of Paul's epistles into approachable, appealing language. Chris Raschka expertly depicts Paul's sincerity and compassion, sadness and pain, giving readers a true sense of who Paul really was.

Paul Writes (a Letter) celebrates how one of the most beloved biblical figures changed the world through the written word.

$20.52

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5 in stock

More Information

Format: Picture Book
Pages: 40
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Published: 30 Oct 2018
ISBN 10: 080285494X
ISBN 13: 9780802854940

Media Reviews

-- Publishers Weekly (STARRED review)
With depth, [Raschka] teases out the most important parts of the apostle's teachings. . . . Both those intimidated by and those appreciative of formal biblical prose will find Raschka's version moving, real, and full of humanity.

-- Kirkus
This visually appealing introduction to Paul and his writing can serve as a useful starting point to help young readers understand a key figure in the spread of Christianity.

Author Bio

Chris Raschka is a two-time Caldecott Medal winner; he received the award for The Hello, Goodbye Window (Hyperion) and most recently for A Ball for Daisy (Schwartz & Wade). He has been hailed by Publishers Weekly as one of the most original illustrators working today, and he continues to create stories and art that appeal to readers of all ages. He lives with his family in New York City.