John Knox (Christian Biographies for Young Readers)
In this clear, concise, and readable short biography, Simonetta Carr tells the dramatic story of John Knox. Setting him in the context of his troubled times, she vividly explains how he became a Protestant, a galley slave, a friend of John Calvin, an English pastor, and, finally, the leading preacher of the Scottish Reformation. This is an excellent introduction for children to the religious ideas that transformed the churches of sixteenth-century Western Europe. --Rosalind K. Marshall, fellow of the Royal Society of Literatureand author of John KnoxThis story is about my homeland and one of my fellow countrymen. Simonetta Carr s description of John Knox doesn t focus so much on the stereotype of a fiery Scot, but brings out more of the gentle, loving, gospel side of this strong Reformer. It was with thankfulness to God that I read about what I owe to His work through John Knox, and it is with appreciation to Simonetta, her historical accuracy, and love of the gospel that I recommend this book to families, Christians, and fellow Scots. --Catherine Mackenzie, author of children s and teens books, including John Knox: The Sharpened SwordThis story is about my homeland and one of my fellow countrymen. Simonetta Carr s description of John Knox doesn t focus so much on the stereotype of a fiery Scot, but brings out more of the gentle, loving, gospel side of this strong Reformer. It was with thankfulness to God that I read about what I owe to His work through John Knox, and it is with appreciation to Simonetta, her historical accuracy, and love of the gospel that I recommend this book to families, Christians, and fellow Scots. --Catherine Mackenzie, author of children s and teens books, including John Knox: The Sharpened Sword