Austen, Lucy S. R.

Elisabeth Elliot: A Life

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ISBN 13:
9781433565915
author:
Austen, Lucy S. R.
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Crossway Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
624
Dimensions:
23.5 x 16.2 x 3.9 centimetres (1
Genre:
Biography, Religious, Biography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£23.26

Description

Elisabeth Elliot: A Life is a single-volume biography that explores the life and work of one of the most widely known Christians of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Born to missionary parents, Elliot's story takes readers from her early years to her return to live among the Waorani people in Ecuador after the tragic death of her husband and four other missionaries.

Through a thorough examination of Elliot's writings, personal correspondence, and public work, author Lucy S. R. Austen sheds light on the complexities of Elliot's life, including her courtship, marriage, and missionary work. This biography provides a nuanced understanding of Elliot's legacy, which extends far beyond her famous return to Ecuador.

With its engaging narrative and thorough research, Elisabeth Elliot: A Life is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential Christian figure. Austen's book offers a compelling exploration of what it means to follow Jesus, making it a valuable read for both students and general readers alike.

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