“Across time and generations, books carry the thoughts and feelings, the essence, of the human spirit.”
Quote by Philip Yancey
Work
More than words: contemporary writers on the works that shaped them
The book is a compilation of personal narratives from various contemporary authors, each sharing insights into the books that have had a profound impact on their development as writers and individuals. more
Author
Philip Yancey
Philip Yancey (born 1949) is one of the most influential contemporary Christian authors in the United States. He is widely known for his profound explorations of faith, suffering, and grace, blending personal experience, theological reflection, and literary narrative. His bestselling books, including Where Is God When It Hurts?, What's So Amazing About Grace?, and The Jesus I Never Knew, have sold over 15 million copies worldwide and been translated into dozens of languages. Yancey served as an editor for Christianity Today and has written for numerous publications. His honest, thoughtful, and accessible writing style has deeply impacted millions of readers, inviting both believers and skeptics to engage with the complexities of faith. more
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