- Hardcover: 128 pages
- Publisher: Viking USA (Sep 13 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0670030066
- ISBN-13: 978-0670030064
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.5 x 2.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #679,852 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Book Description
Throughout his years as Mitford's beloved Episcopal priest, Father Tim Kavanagh has been reading and also pondering two crucial questions: How can he guide and encourage his flock? How can he deepen and encourage his own spirit? The result is a wonderful collection of his favorite quotes from thinkers, theologians, poets, and philosophers—from Mark Twain and C. S. Lewis to St. Paul and Wordsworth.
Patches of Godlight is a stunning two-color facsimile of Father Tim's own leather-bound notebook with his name gold stamped on the cover. Every quote is in his own handwriting, and scattered throughout the margins are his scribbled notes and doodles, even the occasional ink blot or coffee stain. Just as it has for Father Tim, this handsome, "must-have" quote book will provide wisdom and inspiration for millions of Mitford fans.
Patches of Godlight is a stunning two-color facsimile of Father Tim's own leather-bound notebook with his name gold stamped on the cover. Every quote is in his own handwriting, and scattered throughout the margins are his scribbled notes and doodles, even the occasional ink blot or coffee stain. Just as it has for Father Tim, this handsome, "must-have" quote book will provide wisdom and inspiration for millions of Mitford fans.
About the Author
Jan Karon, born Janice Meredith Wilson in the foothills of North Carolina, was named after the title of a popular novel, Janice Meredith.
Jan wrote her first novel at the age of ten. "The manuscript was written on Blue Horse notebook paper, and was, for good reason, kept hidden from my sister. When she found it, she discovered the one curse word I had, with pounding heart, included in someone's speech. For Pete's sake, hadn't Rhett Butler used that very same word and gotten away with it? After my grandmother's exceedingly focused reproof, I've written books without cussin' ever since."
Several years ago, Karon left a successful career in advertising to move to the mountain village of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and write books. "I stepped out on faith to follow my lifelong dream of being an author," she says. "I made real sacrifices and took big risks. But living, it seems to me, is largely about risk."
Enthusiastic booksellers across the country have introduced readers of all ages to Karon's heartwarming books. At Home in Mitford, Karon's first book in the Mitford series, was nominated for an ABBY by the American Booksellers Association in 1996 and again in 1997. Bookstore owner, Shirley Sprinkle, says, "The Mitford Books have been our all-time fiction bestsellers since we went in business twenty-five years ago. We've sold 10,000 of Jan's books and don't see any end to the Mitford phenomenon."
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
If You Like Quotes You'll Love This Book!,
By A. Moore (IN United States) - See all my reviews
Ce commentaire est de: Patches of Godlight: Father Tim's Favorite Quotes (Paperback)
This is the only book I have read from this author, and I really enjoyed this book. It is not something I would have probably selected and read on my own... it was given to me by a friend, so I gave it a try and found it to be delightful. The book is basically a collection of quotations from a variety of religous, political and social leaders. If you are like me and enjoy reading or collecting quotations, you will find this book to be very entertaining. The book is written in a "journal" format, in handwritten script with one to four quotes per page. The quotes, although being geared to christianity are not exclusively religious. They are thought provoking, smile creating and varied in content and tone. The book is a just one of those books that makes you "feel good" to read. I would have liked this book to be a little longer... with even more quotations, which is why I din't give it 5 stars. It is a very short and easy read, so enjoy it while it lasts!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jan Karon is a blessing ...,
By A Customer
Ce commentaire est de: Patches Of Godlight (Hardcover)
I stumbled on the Mitford series a few years ago and have since recommended, loaned and purchased these books for many family members, friends and friends of friends. What an oasis of serenity, wisdom and spirituality Ms. Karon's books offer in an ocean of uncertainty. She doesn't avoid life's challenges (friendship, love, death, illness, alcoholism, homelessness, for example), but addresses them in a way that gives readers hope for their own lives. "Patches of Godlight" is a book that you can pick up again and again, open to any page, and come away filled with hope and optimism. This is a perfect addendum to "The Mitford Series" and a perfect Christmas gift (along with "The Mitford Snowmen") for "Jan's fans."
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for Sermons or Speeches,
By A Customer
Ce commentaire est de: Patches Of Godlight (Hardcover)
I am a seminary student and ordered this book after a friend in my Greek language class recommended it to me. This is the kind of book I would give to the pastors in my family. The quotations in here can spice up any speech or sermon and are perfect for devotional reading.
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