New Releases by Sam Wellman

"Do ordinary things with extraordinary love." - Mother Teresa What made Mother Teresa a giant of the faith? The love and hope she found in Jesus Christ empowered her efforts to comfort the sick, the weak, and the unwanted, not only in India but around the globe. Mother Teresa—small in stature but large of heart—provides a shining example of a life of extraordinary love. This novelized biography, featuring topical excerpts from Mother Teresa’s public speeches, promises a reading adventure you won’t soon forget. You’ll will be inspired by her stories, celebrate her legacy, and learn that God can use His women to do mighty things. . .through the power of His extraordinary love.

This novelized biography about the fearlessness of Corrie ten Boom promises a look into the inspiring life of this inspiring woman of courage.

They''re bold. They''re fearless. They''re adventurous. They have a faith that can move mountains. They''re women of courage. This series of easy-read biographies celebrates the lives of women who lived lives committed to changing the world for better. What set them apart? The willingness to live courageously for Christ, even in the midst of impossible situations. In Florence Nightingale, you’ll meet “The Lady with the Lamp” who found her calling in the foul, disease-ridden medical camps of the nineteenth century British military. What set Florence Nightingale apart? Her willingness to live courageously for Christ—comforting wounded soldiers, fighting for their rights, and turning the medical world upside down by serving people who needed it most. Get inspired by her story, celebrate her legacy, and learn that God can use each of us for mighty things. . .if we have courage.

Remembering Billy Graham: the Humble Man, Dedicated Pastor, Dynamic Preacher--America''s Evangelist You know his name, ministry, and legacy--now get to know the life of the man himself. This easy-reading biography honors the great American evangelist, Billy Graham. Now having received his eternal reward in heaven, Billy Graham stood as a beacon of faithfulness, integrity, and hope in a dark and dying world. For those who have followed his career for decades, or those who are just now learning of the man''s amazing faith journey, Messenger of Hope: Remembering the Life and Legacy of Billy Graham provides all the need-to-know biographical details of a life that touched millions of hearts. Readers can learn here of the kind of humble hero who blessed our world for 99 years!

Isaac McCoy [1784-1846] was a Baptist missionary to the American Indians. That is a nominal description of McCoy because he also aggressively pursued a state (or at least a sovereign territory) for Indians only. Although McCoy had personally discussed his ideas with titans like Andrew Jackson and John Quincy Adams there were myriad political interests that opposed his notion of an ''Indian state''. He was even pulled into the rawest issue of the time: slavery. Isaac McCoy fought for an ''Indian state'' until his death at age 62 in 1846. Isaac McCoy was not without controversy. He had a questionable role in a vigilante action against Mormons in Jackson County, Missouri, probably the largest vigilante action in the nation''s history. McCoy also allied himself with some hard businessmen in Jackson County because his large family was so poorly supported by his Board of Missions.

Sam Wellman''s Frederick the Wise unlocks German research to make available in English, for the first time, a full-length story of Frederick III of Saxony. The fascinating biographical journey reveals why this noteworthy elector risked his realm of Saxony to protect the fiery monk Martin Luther and the developing reforms of the Church. As one of the most powerful territorial princes of the Holy Roman Empire of his time, Frederick''s "humanity and integrity were rare for someone of his elite status," notes Dr. Paul M. Bacon, professor at Dominican University. "Elector Frederick the Wise of Saxony was much more than simply Martin Luther''s noble protector." A valuable resource for students of German history and the Reformation period, this book explores questions such as: Why did Frederick decline after being elected emperor of the Holy Roman Empire? How and why did he protect Martin Luther? In what ways did Frederick advance the work of humanists such as Celtis and the careers of artists such as Dürer and Cranach? How did he deal with the emperors, popes, and kings of his time? Why was his wife-but not his children-kept ''secret''? Book jacket.

The story of David, the biblical warrior-king, who battled a lion bare-handed and slew the giant Goliath with a simple sling.

For challenge and encouragement in your Christian life, read the life stories of the Heroes of the Faith. The novelized biographies of this series are inspiring and easy-to-read, ideal for Christians of any age or background. In C. S. Lewis, you’ll get to know the English academic who surrendered his life and intellect to Jesus—and wrote some of the most memorable books of modern Christianity, including the Chronicles of Narnia. Appropriate for readers from junior high through adult, helpful for believers of any background, these biographies encourage greater Christian commitment through the example of heroes like C. S. Lewis.

Mary Slessor grew up in Scotland, in squalid poverty but she had a hero. He was her contemporary but much older countryman David Livingstone. Not only did Mary idolize him but she wanted also to find her calling in Africa. But Livingstone was fearless. Tiny Mary trembled with fear. Her father was the proverbial alcoholic, terrorizing his family with drunken violence. Mary was so traumatized by fear and shame she dreaded men. She could not even speak in front of men. How could she emulate the great Livingstone? And when her chance came to go to west Africa, how could she go to such a dangerous place? Buttressed by her faith and her hero''s motto - Always Forward! - Mary Slessor did go to Africa. She shed her demons. She alone of missionaries left their compound to live among the natives. She conducted church services. She educated children. She practiced medicine. She took in orphans. She alone of the white colonials could move about among the most feared natives of the Niger Delta area. They murdered twins as devil''s children. They practiced human sacrifice. They had slaves. They punished with extreme cruelty. How could tiny Mary change that? But through her faith she did.

For challenge and encouragement in your Christian life, read the life stories of the Heroes of the Faith. The novelized biographies of this series are inspiring and easy-to-read, ideal for Christians of any age or background. In Amy Carmichael, you’ll get to know the great missionary who rescued many girls of India from horrible abuses—and served nearly six decades without a furlough. Appropriate for readers from junior high through adult, helpful for believers of any background, these biographies encourage greater Christian commitment through the example of heroes like Amy Carmichael.

For challenge and encouragement in your Christian life, read the life stories of the Heroes of the Faith. The novelized biographies of this series are inspiring and easy-to-read, ideal for Christians of any age or background. In Billy Graham, you’ll get to know the tireless American evangelist who has seen millions of people worldwide accept Christ through his preaching crusades—and countless more through his writings, films, and radio and television broadcasts. Appropriate for readers from junior high through adult, helpful for believers of any background, these biographies encourage greater Christian commitment through the example of heroes like Billy Graham.

For challenge and encouragement in your Christian life, read the life stories of the Heroes of the Faith. The novelized biographies of this series are inspiring and easy-to-read, ideal for Christians of any age or background. In David Livingstone, you’ll get to know the Scottish explorer who carried the gospel to the heart of nineteenth-century Africa—and gained worldwide fame as the man who introduced Victoria Falls to the outside world. Appropriate for readers from junior high through adult, helpful for believers of any background, these biographies encourage greater Christian commitment through the example of heroes like David Livingstone.

For challenge and encouragement in your Christian life, read the life stories of the Heroes of the Faith. The novelized biographies of this series are inspiring and easy-to-read, ideal for Christians of any age or background. In Corrie ten Boom, you’ll get to know the Dutch watchmaker whose powerful Christian faith led her to protect Jews during World War II—and carried her through the horrors of a Nazi concentration camp after her activities were discovered. Appropriate for readers from junior high through adult, helpful for believers of any background, these biographies encourage greater Christian commitment through the example of heroes like Corrie ten Boom.

Mariah Carey has demonstrated that she has a range all her own. Though Carey can now be seen as a judge on TV''s American Idol, this powerful, petite songstress with a vocal range of more than seven octaves has been in the music.

A biography of the film actor who, with his longtime friend Matt Damon, received the 1998 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

本书详尽地描述了班扬充满传奇色彩的一生,又把班扬的生活还原到英国工业革命的大的历史背景中,使读者可以了解那个时代的宗教、社会、历史状态。

This book traces the history of the cabinet and reviews the functions of the modern cabinet.

Looks at the role of the country''s senior diplomat.

John Wesley was a man of thought, producing volumes of sermons, hymns, and other writings. But he was also a man of action, traveling more than 200,000 miles over sea and land, much of that by horseback, to spread the Word of God. Through his eighty-seven years of life, John Wesley was uniquely used by God to share the message of personal holiness, discipline, and charity.

A biography of the young Japanese-American figure skater who won a gold medal at the 1992 Olympics and has since become a professional skater.

A biography of the founder of the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity, known for her work with the destitute and dying in Calcutta and other places and who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

Michelle was the winner of the silver medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan.