Shadow of the Almighty
by Elisabeth Elliot
Taste attributes: biographydocumentarywarslowfresh & originalunsavouryheavyrealisticlinearemotive & stirringhuman spirit/resilience/survivalinjustice/tragedy/vengeanceempowerment/personal growth
Boxlist takeRealistic and heavy: a stirring biography, dark rather than wholesome. Best if you like depth over escapism.
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Pace: balanced · Originality: balanced · Tone: dark · Weight: very heavy · Realism: true to life · Story: balanced · Structure: linear · Look: balanced · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: stirringHow we score
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4.3 / 5
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About This Book
This book is the modern Christian classic that has inspired millions. Countless people have been moved by the tragic story of how young Jim Elliot and his four friends were martyred in the Amazonian jungle in 1956 as they attempted to build a relationship with a remote tribe. But more incredible than his death is the story of Jim Elliot's life -- a story of full-throttle faith and fiery conviction.
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- Author
- Elisabeth Elliot
- Published
- 1958
- Pages
- 256
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- Open Library
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