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Heroes and Saints: More Stories of People Who Made a Difference
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by Max L. ChristensenMax L. Christensen
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Overview
Max Christensen brings to life heroes and saints from the past and present who have inspired human beings to reach higher and live more fruitful lives. These highly entertaining biographical sketches of people such as Joan of Arc, John Calvin, and Marian Anderson pay tribute to individuals who found the grace and strength to change our world for the better, forever.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780664257026 |
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Publisher: | Westminster John Knox Press |
Publication date: | 05/01/1997 |
Pages: | 138 |
Product dimensions: | 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x (d) |
About the Author
Max L. Christensen is Rector Emeritus of St. James Episcopal Church in San Francisco, California. He wrote the weekly syndicated newspaper column Turning Points, which ran for fourteen years.
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