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OverviewJames Webb's 'Listening Book' is a thought-provoking and beautifully written challenge to the way in which we live our lives in a complex world. Through a set of parable-like short stories, Webb offers us an innovative and creative insight into God's word and, while being engaging and captivating throughout, the stories never lose their subtlety and charm. These tales are an exploration of some of the ideas we find in the Bible, with each one carrying the essence of God's word. Webb uses his background in Bible teaching to combine both scriptural integrity with an enchanting written style to create what is, without doubt, a unique and perceptive book. In addition to being beautifully written, 'The Listening Book' is stunningly presented, with astounding photographs throughout. A joy to flick through, this book's easy-to-read style makes it accessible to both young and old alike. 'The Listening Book' aims to present some of the concepts found in Christianity in a new and intuitive way and, with themes ranging from love to evangelism, it really does have something for everyone. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James Webb , Mark L. LewisPublisher: Lioness Writing Ltd Imprint: Lioness Writing Ltd Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.581kg ISBN: 9780993438301ISBN 10: 099343830 Pages: 142 Publication Date: 31 October 2015 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsThis is a beautiful book, in words and images, and will appeal to old and young and all those in between. As the title suggests, the stories are perfect for reading aloud and could be used in a range of settings. The delicate images add another dimension. From fables to folk tales, from stories told around the camp fire to John Lewis Christmas ads, humankind responds to the power of story and to the meaning that narratives give us. Sophie Duffy, Author of 'The Generation Game' and 'This Holey Life'. Job 28 pictures the search for wisdom as digging for gold. The Listening Book has numerous nuggets to mine, embedded in stories that will help you to remember them. Steve Divall, Senior Pastor, St Helen's Church, North Kensington. This is a beautiful book, in words and images, and will appeal to old and young and all those in between. As the title suggests, the stories are perfect for reading aloud and could be used in a range of settings. The delicate images add another dimension. From fables to folk tales, from stories told around the camp fire to John Lewis Christmas ads, humankind responds to the power of story and to the meaning that narratives give us. Sophie Duffy, Author of 'The Generation Game' and 'This Holey Life'. Job 28 pictures the search for wisdom as digging for gold. The Listening Book has numerous nuggets to mine, embedded in stories that will help you to remember them. Steve Divall, Senior Pastor, St Helen's Church, North Kensington. Midwest Book Review A thoughtful and inspiring read from beginning to end, The Listening Book: The Soul Painting & Other Stories is especially commended to the attention of all members of the Christian community regardless of their denominational affiliation This is a beautiful book, in words and images, and will appeal to old and young and all those in between. As the title suggests, the stories are perfect for reading aloud and could be used in a range of settings. The delicate images add another dimension. From fables to folk tales, from stories told around the camp fire to John Lewis Christmas ads, humankind responds to the power of story and to the meaning that narratives give us. Sophie Duffy, Author of 'The Generation Game' and 'This Holey Life'. Job 28 pictures the search for wisdom as digging for gold. The Listening Book has numerous nuggets to mine, embedded in stories that will help you to remember them. Steve Divall, Senior Pastor, St Helen's Church, North Kensington. Author InformationJames has had a variety of interesting learning experiences in his life, some from being a Baptist minister in the UK and then some from being a member of Cornerstone Community, a mission and discipleship community in Australia. He fancies himself as something of a storyteller, and this book is his first attempt to put some of the things he's learnt into words. James currently lives in Canterbury with his wife and five (yes, five) children. 'The Listening Book' is stunningly presented, with astounding photographs throughout. A joy to flick through, this book's easy-to-read style makes it accessible to both young and old alike. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |