Blinded by the Shining Path: Romulo Saune (Trailblazer Books #37) [Paperback]

Dave and Neta Jackson (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up

Trailblazer Books makes history exciting and relevant for both boys and girls. The power of uniting to stand up against terrorists is vividly demonstrated in this story set in contemporary Peru. A young Quechuan guerrilla learns firsthand the courage and faith of committed Christians when Rómulo Sauñe, a Christian missionary, dares to turn the local people away from the hate and terror of the Shining Path to the true power found in Jesus.

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About the Author

Dave and Neta Jackson are a full-time husband/wife writing team who have authored and co-authored many books on marriage and family, the church, relationships, and other subjects. Their books for children include the TRAILBLAZER series and Hero Tales, volumes I,II, III, and IV. The Jacksons make their home in Evanston, Illinois.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House (September 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764222333
• ISBN-13: 978-0764222337
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,196,481 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Blinded by the Shining Path: Romulo Saune (Trailblazer Books #37) (Paperback)

We have a fondness for South America, especially Peru and Bolivia so I was excited to read this book aloud with my 10 year old. While I have been to Lima and Ayacucho (mentioned in the book), I am not well educated on the Shining Path so cannot speak to the accuracy of the story.

I had read the description but missed a subtitle area on the back stating that this book introduces readers to Christian heroes. So if you do not want a book that mentions religion, then perhaps this book is not for you.

That being said, we thoroughly enjoyed this book (from the library) and I was disappointed to see you can only purchase it used on Amazon.

The story touches on many things from geography to family ties to the simple life of Peruvian Indians. The issue carried throughout the book is the boy's struggle of who to believe: the Christians, the government, or the shining path. Who is right? Which cause should he join? Are the groups really any different from one another? I see this as an excellent book introducing a discussion on values and politics and how one decides which side they will be associated with. It really should be back in print.