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Gladys Aylward: The Adventure of a Lifetime (Christian Heroes: Then & Now) [Paperback]

Janet Benge (Author), Geoff Benge (Author)
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
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Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1998 | Age Range: 10 and up | Series: Christian Heroes: Then & Now
Without formal education or a missionary organization to back her, Gladys raised her own finances for the overland trip that would bring her to the country and people that God had etched so deeply on her heart... China!

What follows is an amazing adventure of faith and determination. Gladys Aylward, a housemaid from England, dared to trust God in the face of dire and seemingly hopeless circumstances. Her life is one of the truly great missionary stories of our era.

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About the Author

Janet and Geoff Benge are a husband-and-wife writing team with more than twenty years of writing experience. Janet is a former elementary-school teacher. Geoff holds a degree in history. Originally from New Zealand, the Benges spent ten years serving with Youth With A Mission.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 10 and up
  • Paperback: 203 pages
  • Publisher: YWAM Publishing (May 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1576580199
  • ISBN-13: 978-1576580196
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,017 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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4.9 out of 5 stars
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“ This is a very well written book that keeps everyone in the family wanting more. ” J. Fear  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
“ My boys and I (ages 10 & 6) just finished reading this wonderful book. ” LESLIE M. VAN BUREN  |  8 reviewers made a similar statement
“ Gladys' life shows how God can do great things through a submitted and willing servant. ” Clare Chu  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
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37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An extraordinary book! July 31, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Wow, this book is awesome! I definetely recomend it. You must read this one! I am twelve years old, and I could not put the book down, and neither could my Mom. Just start reading it, and you will not stop! An excellent Christian book. This book tells about a young Christian lady that feels called to China to be a missionary. One of the most exciting parts of the book is when she is stuck in Russia and she has to find a way out or she will work in a machine factory all her life. Another exciting part is when her train stops in the middle of a battle field! Incredible is the part where she is running from Japaneese soldiers; also when they bombed her village. Wow! And tracking over mountains with one hundred kids isn't boring either. Please read this book, it is one of the best books I've ever read!
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21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A read-aloud delight for the whole family September 29, 2000
By Margaret P. Motter
Format:Paperback
I've literally just tucked my children into bed, having read the last three chapters of this amazing story--we couldn't stop! My 7 year-old son was intrigued from start to finish, and my 4 year-old daughter, asked "Could we read it again, PLEASE? " I'm now on the look-out for any other books about Gladys Aylward. What a shame that I grew up not knowing anything about this Godly, brave woman. What a story! We've been reading a chapter each day aloud, and have enjoyed every single word. I highly recommend it!
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19 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What a fantastic family book November 29, 2001
By LESLIE M. VAN BUREN
Format:Paperback
My boys and I (ages 10 & 6) just finished reading this wonderful book. We home school and read many books together. Honestly, my guys did not want to read about a woman missionary. However, by the middle of the book, they would ask me to read another chapter. It was inspiring and exciting. Her life was full of life and danger. It was incredible for my boys to realize this was a real story, not fiction. I highly recommend it as a book to read as a family. We loved it.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Facinating
Oh, if I only had one ounce of the courage and determination to follow God's plan for my life! A truly remarkable example of a servant's heart! I could not put this book down!
Published 12 hours ago by K. Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars good historical content
I give this book 5 stars for its thorough coverage of the person and the historically significant time period. The book is easy to read.
Published 22 days ago by phenduck
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice
I've always wanted to read the story of Gladys Aylward since watching the movie "The Inn of the Sixth Happiness".
This is an easily readable version of her life.
Published 22 days ago by Mww
5.0 out of 5 stars loved by 3 generations
My 6th grade daughter told me this book was fantastic. They were reding it in school. I bought a copy for myself and loved it. Then I recommended to my mother who also loved it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jo Ellen Hickey
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Story
Good encouraging story about what one woman (or man) can accomplish for God if they give themselves to Him for His service.
Published 3 months ago by Lorrie L Owen
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book!
I think Gladys Alward is an amazing book. I have read it at least 3 times. It is a very good book. It shows one woman's plight to get to China. Read more
Published 3 months ago
5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting read
I am accually under the age of thirteen and I loved the book. It is very exciting, but not in a bad way. There is no real adult matierial in the book. Read more
Published 3 months ago
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
I can only give this a five star, it is worth no less, a wonderfully written book, full of excitement all the way through and a true story. Read more
Published 4 months ago by RosH
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Story Simply Told
This little book is worth reading. Yes, it is written on a level for young people, but I am sure adults will be blessed by the wonderful story of Gladys Alyward. Read more
Published 8 months ago by C. Vincent
5.0 out of 5 stars God honored the simple faith of this little woman and used her...
This book was so well written - it was hard to put down. Gladys Alyward is just another
example of what God can do in the life of someone who is obedient to Him. Read more
Published 9 months ago by I. Fauveau
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