Best Selling Books by Sam Wellman

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.

Here is the life story of the Roman Catholic nun who received the Nobel Prize in 1979 for her work among the poor in Calcutta. Mother Teresa has used her prize money to establish leprosariums, schools, and food centers for the poor. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

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

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

"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.

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.

George Washington Carver was sent away from home at age twelve because Negroes were not allowed to attend local schools. The color of his skin kept him from attending college until he was thirty, and yet he achieved extraordinary success. His method of crop rotation freed southern farmers from growing only cotton and tobacco, enabling the South to recover from the war years and the elimination of slave labor. He discovered or improved countless products that enhance modern life, but chose not to patent his discoveries or profit from them, donating the proceeds to research to help humankind.

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.

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

" Critically acclaimed biographies of history''s most notable African Americans" Straightforward and objective writing" Lavishly illustrated with photographs and memorabilia" Essential for multicultural studies

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 committed to changing the world for better. What set them apart? Their willingness to live courageously for Christ, even in impossible situations. What made Corrie ten Boom''s courageous life so beautiful? Corrie and her family, moved by the plight of the Jews during World War II, built a secret room—a hiding place—into their home in Haarlem, Holland. Discovered by the Nazis, the ten Booms were sent to notorious concentration camps. By God’s grace, Corrie would survive to become a “tramp for the Lord,” sharing in more than sixty nations the thrilling message that nothing, not even death, can separate us from God’s love. Readers will be inspired by her story, celebrate her legacy, and learn that God can use His women to do mighty things. . .if they have courage.

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.

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.

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.