An absorbing allegory of a young man who becomes a soldier in the army of the King. Lanus learns to fight using the weapons the King has provided for him, especially his shield and sword. The more he uses his sword, the lighter and easier to use it becomes. One day when the enemy surrounds the castle, Lanus and his friends learn the ultimate secret of the shining sword. An inspiring book for teenagers and older readers. 157 pages; paper.
Join the Joe Schmidt family on a Missouri farmstead as you read about the flood of 1951 and the abundance of fresh fish afterward, butchering day, the country school, and the changes electricity brought. Appreciate the values Papa and Mother imparted to their family. 116 pages; paper.
Maria was startled by another cry coming from the little form in the mire. “A baby! A living baby!” Who on earth could put a little baby in a pigpen to be mauled and eaten by swine? With concern and pity, Maria lifted the child, her horror mixed with indignation. Quickly she wrapped him in the rag she’d grabbed to twirl around her hand. “Little boy, little boy,” she murmured. “Who are you? Who will care for you?” Then lifting her face she cried to God, “Show me what to do with this tiny foundling.” 94 pages; paper.
This book, edited by Alice Warkentin, contains the story of the late Vada Friesen and includes memories of her childhood and youth years at Fairview, Oklahoma. Read about the twin girls, the tornado that hit their farm, and the many everyday happenings that were a part of her family’s life. 91 pages; paper.
Set in England in the 1500s during the reign of Queen Mary I, this is the story of a family’s struggle to keep the faith while under persecution. Humphrey and Mary and their father Reginald Clayton find truth in reading the Bible, although this is prohibited. They gladly share with their neighbors the good news of the gospel. But one day they are apprehended. Will their faith stand firm? 91 pages; paper.
Set during the late seventeenth century, this book follows the lives of two Huguenot families. Losing all to remain constant in their faith, the La Force family flees to Britain, while the Duval family remains in France. 141 pages; paper.
Brothers Eric and Neal have many exciting adventures as they face conditions that are a great learning experience for them. This story shows how teenage boys can develop into men of honesty, respect, compassion, industry, and resourcefulness. 125 pages; paper.
Reuben Watson Stone stood shivering in the cold December wind. Even though work was hard to find, his widowed mother and sister depended on him to be the man in charge of the house. He’d do anything to support his family, but would he do what was right? Read this story to understand the struggles this young man faces to provide his family with just the necessities of life. A story for youth and adult readers. 224 pages; paper.