Chasing the Horizon: Our Adventures Through the British Isles and France (Journeys of Light) [Hardcover]

Patrick Kinkade (Author)

Book Description

Series: Journeys of Light | Publication Date: October 1, 1997

Come explore the byways of London, thatched cottages of rural England, green villages of Ireland, and bustling streets of Paris with renowned Painter of Light Thomas Kindade, his brother, Patrick, and their father.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 197 pages
• Publisher: Harvest House Pub (October 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565076583
• ISBN-13: 978-1565076587
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,536,597 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet and funny journey!, June 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Chasing the Horizon: Our Adventures Through the British Isles and France (Journeys of Light) (Hardcover)

I read MANY books in a year and so many of those miss the mark of giving me exactly what I want from a story. This book simply and sweetly went straight to my heart! It was a pure joy to read and was made so much better in that it was REAL! I not only envy the Kinkades for the depth of talent that runs in that family (Patrick is an exceptional writer!) but their closeness and love as a family is very inspiring. Everyone should read this book!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Romp around Europe with 2 talented sons and their dad., July 10, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Chasing the Horizon: Our Adventures Through the British Isles and France (Journeys of Light) (Hardcover)

Ignoring the typo's and the reminders of dad's knee replacements, this is a fun way to explore some of Europe and learn about WWII from an aging veteran as he passes his legacy on to his talented, albeit delightfully juvenile, sons. One can relate to many of the author's memories of his youthful pranks and escapades, appreciate the beautiful sketches and oil paintings included by his famous brother, Thomas Kinkade, and appreciate and admire his father's service to his country. The misadventures of these 3 on their trek through Europe had me laughing out loud while also encouraging me to "go off the beaten path" that tourists normally take, appreciate the stories of the locals, and experience what's down the alley and over the wall.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Travel vignettes of the British Isles and Europe, February 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Chasing the Horizon: Our Adventures Through the British Isles and France (Journeys of Light) (Hardcover)

A mini, armchair vacation by Thomas Kinkade, the painter and sketch artist,and his brother Patrick, the writer and professor, recounting the travels with their father through the England, Ireland, France, Belgium, and Germany. This literary trip traces many of the sites their father saw during his World War II tour of duty. Each chapter is short and perfect for a brief, relaxing, and often humerous escape to another part of the world. This is one of those rare books that one will want to keep in his library for future re-readings.