Description
This engaging, fully illustrated book tells young readers the story of famous Olympian Eric Liddell, whose steadfast courage and commitment to Christ has inspired generations of believers.
Athlete. Missionary. Prisoner.
Eric Liddell's life was a series of remarkable twists and turns, from his refusal to run on a Sunday in the 1924 Olympics (as depicted in the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire) to his extensive missionary work, and finally to his imprisonment during World War II. Through it all, Eric never abandoned his faith in God.
Written and illustrated as a graphic novel, Eric's Greatest Race tells Eric Liddell's entire life story and educates young readers about important historical events and concepts along the way. Children will encounter a real-life hero whose incredible impact on Christianity and the world lives on today.
About the Author
Tim Challies is a Christian, a husband to Aileen, and a father to two daughters who are young adults and one son who is waiting for him in heaven. He worships and serves as an elder at Grace Fellowship Church in Toronto, Ontario. He is a blogger, a book reviewer, and the author of a number of popular books. www.challies.com
Paul Mignard is an illustrator and web developer whose love for drawing began as a creative way to pay closer attention in church. Paul uses his talent to be more engaged in his faith. He lives in Virginia with his wife and sons.
Book Information
ISBN 9780736984546
Author Tim Challies
Format Hardback
Page Count 128
Imprint Harvest House Publishers,U.S.
Publisher Harvest House Publishers,U.S.
Athlete. Missionary. Prisoner.
Eric Liddell's life was a series of remarkable twists and turns, from his refusal to run on a Sunday in the 1924 Olympics (as depicted in the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire) to his extensive missionary work, and finally to his imprisonment during World War II. Through it all, Eric never abandoned his faith in God.
Written and illustrated as a graphic novel, Eric's Greatest Race tells Eric Liddell's entire life story and educates young readers about important historical events and concepts along the way. Children will encounter a real-life hero whose incredible impact on Christianity and the world lives on today.
About the Author
Tim Challies is a Christian, a husband to Aileen, and a father to two daughters who are young adults and one son who is waiting for him in heaven. He worships and serves as an elder at Grace Fellowship Church in Toronto, Ontario. He is a blogger, a book reviewer, and the author of a number of popular books. www.challies.com
Paul Mignard is an illustrator and web developer whose love for drawing began as a creative way to pay closer attention in church. Paul uses his talent to be more engaged in his faith. He lives in Virginia with his wife and sons.
Book Information
ISBN 9780736984546
Author Tim Challies
Format Hardback
Page Count 128
Imprint Harvest House Publishers,U.S.
Publisher Harvest House Publishers,U.S.
Details
Subtitle: |
The Inspiring True Story of Eric Liddell - Athlete, Missionary, Prisoner |
Imprint: |
Harvest House Publishers,U.S. |
