Colored leaves, red, yellow, and brown, fluttered past George as he rode behind Woonsak in the long string of Indians and ponies. They were riding north and moving quickly. So many Indians moved along the path that George, who rode near the front of the line, could not see the end when he turned around to look. The farther they went, the more unhappy George became. For with every step, Neko (his faithful pony) took him farther and farther from his home and from Ma and Pa. Even the fluttering leaves seemed like little hands waving good-bye all the day long. So begins chapter seven of this beloved classic by Josephine Cunnington Edwards. George, a young pioneer boy is captured by Indians and raised as the son of a mighty chief. He spends his time learning the ways of these native Americans, and yearning for the day that he might find a way to return to his loving family.

Colored leaves, red, yellow, and brown, fluttered past George as he rode behind Woonsak in the long string of Indians and ponies. They were riding north and moving quickly. So many Indians moved along the path that George, who rode near the front of the line, could not see the end when he turned around to look. The farther they went, the more unhappy George became. For with every step, Neko (his faithful pony) took him farther and farther from his home and from Ma and Pa. Even the fluttering leaves seemed like little hands waving good-bye all the day long. So begins chapter seven of this beloved classic by Josephine Cunnington Edwards. George, a young pioneer boy is captured by Indians and raised as the son of a mighty chief. He spends his time learning the ways of these native Americans, and yearning for the day that he might find a way to return to his loving family.

Listen, Em, I'll tell you a secret. I believe we are really going to make a machine that flies. You'll see, said Orville.

And Orville was right! Together he and his brother made America's very first flying machine. But Emerson Chadwick had his own problems. His foremost concern was to make enough money so that he could get away from his cousin Lem. Just when his little tin box was almost full enough to suit him, the money mysteriously disappeared.

But Em wasn't licked yet! Money or no money, he was going to make it on his own, and that's exactly what he did. He went a long way before he learned that there was an easier way to fly than flying machines. Emerson Chadwick made his own flight-on Wings of Faith.

In this delightful book about African mission life, Josephine Cunnington Edwards shares stories of the Malamulo Mission in Nyasaland. She describes with great detail the native life of Africa, with all its triumph and tragedy, humor and sadness. As a mission teacher, she heard thrilling true adventures during her years serving at Malamulo. Lions and leopards, deer and crocodiles, pythons and baboons, hyenas and wild buffaloes, come to life on these pages.

Here also is a true portrayal of life in the native villages, with its superstitions and witch doctors and tribal customs. Best of all, running throughout the book are found evidences of what the gospel can do for lives long steeped in vice and ignorance and degradation. Nearly every story has its moral or lesson, clearly stated or implied.

There are fifty stories in all-almost enough to enjoy one each week for an entire year! This book can be enjoyed by children and families alike-or by anyone looking for a fun and inspiring read!

One of the most important steps in every young person's life is coming to the place where you decide for yourself what you believe in. Lydia, A Seller of Purple is the true story of a Pennsylvania girl looking for answers and her purpose in the closing decades of the last century. Containing all the elements of drama, suspense, romance, and narrative, this book will capture every reader's interest. Out of mean and lowly circumstances, Lydia grew strong in moral virtue and spiritual grace. Resolute in being true to her conscience, she conquered obstacle after obstacle in her faithfulness to God's service, enduring unique trials and misadventures until she at last emerged fully adjusted to a happy Christian experience. Josephine Cunnington Edwards was a woman of no little versatility. In her full life she was a missionary to Africa, wrote over 23 books on topics such as missions, history, children, and the home. She has collaborated on three TV shows, and in addition, found time to collect dolls, dishes, Siamese cats, and to do oil painting and to travel.

The prison cell door clanged shut behind Oscar. Feeling suddenly weak, he sat down on the narrow cot dominating the room. His fingers pressed against the rough blanket draped across the cot. He would be sleeping on it, he realized, sleeping on it as a military criminal.

Only seven days before he had been wandering along the Danish coast, enjoying the delights of a peaceful Sabbath, Now--now, he was a prisoner for refusing to bear arms and drill on the Sabbath. What would happen to him? A war was about to burst over Europe, and the Danish army could not afford to let insubordination like his go unpunished lest it shatter the morale of the army. Military discipline was harsh.

Once again, the ever-popular Josephine Cunnington Edwards weaves an exciting story that will encourage today's young people and adults alike.

Reuben gazes over the charred remains the Northern soldiers had left of his family home at the end of the Civil War. Everything is gone. He had spent months fighting for the South--starving, sick, and putting his life on the line--only to return to this black mass of nothing. At that moment he vows to rebuild his legacy and to have a future of wealth and success that no one or nothing can take away from him.

In this fascinating story, read about a young man who tries to do everything on his own, and even succeeds in making a fortune and rebuilding not only his home, but his community. Something is missing, however, and when he is asked about God, he begins to wonder if maybe even more is possible if he relies on God's strength instead of his own. As he reads Daniel and Revelation and puts God to the test, his life is changed forever.

In the middle of Cornwall, near the ancient city of Truro, lies a small village named Twelveheads. Here on the first of June, 1794, a baby boy named Billy Bray was born. Billy served the devil with all his might in his early years, often drinking and frolicking the night away. He rarely came home sober. Twice he was nearly killed, once in a mine accident and again as he drunkenly rode a stolen horse. Finally a copy of John Bunyan's Visions of Heaven and Hell came into his hands. Convicted and miserable, he woke one morning and knelt by his bedside, asking God to save his soul.
Billy Bray became a fervent soul winner. It is said that he never met a person without inquiring as to the condition of his soul. He became a frequent speaker at meetings, urging his fellow miners and neighbors to come to Christ.
He became a wonder to all who knew him. They said I was a mad-man, recalled Billy in later life, but they meant I was a glad-man, and glory be to God I have been glad ever since.
Billy Bray died at 74 years of age, still praising the Lord.

The blizzard came swiftly and unexpectedly upon Mother Vandeman and Herbie that early spring morning as they were on their way home from Aurickaree Creek. The pushed the full barrels of water off the old batten door to make it easier pulling for the horses. But in moments the countryside was shrouded in deep, billowy drifts of snow. The horses floundered. Mother and son lost all sense of direction. They struggled on. They had to keep going somehow. Eventually, too cold and too exhausted to go on, Herbie sank down into the snow and lay still. And then at last Mother Vandeman felt the solid wall of the house. Picking her boy up in her other arm, she half carried, half dragged him to the door stoop, not letting her other hand stray from the wall. Moments later Father Vandeman remarked, shaking his head in disbelief, How you live through this is more than I can understand. God must have a work for us to do, Mother Vandeman replied quietly. And He may have a work for Herbie to do too. And He did. For this is the story of Herbert A. Vandeman, the father of the well-known evangelist of It Is Written, Pastor George Vandeman. It is the story of Herbert's special calling and his response to that call.

During the years we were missionaries in British Central Africa, my husband and I heard many stories of the long, long ago. It was a great pleasure to the old grandfathers and grandmothers to find someone willing to listen to tales of the dark and terrible days before the white men brought both curse and blessing to the native people. Some would be eager to tell legends and stories of strange ways long forgotten, with the hope that perhaps their stories might be written so that the old days would not be lost forever. Some of the legends are contained herein, just as I have heard them told again and again. The main story of Kamwendo is as I heard him tell it himself, proud that he was privileged to come early to a Christian mission to learn better ways than the old customs. Of course, some of the old ways are good and should be kept; but others, full of superstition, should be discarded. And they are being laid aside as the people learn better things.-Josephine Cunnington Edwards

Looking at Lena, slim, lithe, and pretty, his taste for the Tonga girls were spoiled. They were fond of boring holed in their lips and putting in wooden discs till the holes in their lip flapped like a curtain when they were champing on mealies. Then they were contented with little cloth flaps hanging down fore and aft for dresses, not a quarter of a yard at all. How could he go back to that? The Enchanted Pillowcase is a timeless collection of true-to-life missionary stories for all ages. These exciting adventures are perfect for reading for a rainy day, Sabbath afternoon or as a bedtime story. Both children and parents alike will be taken into the mission field first-hand by the written word to be both entertained and encouraged by stories of character, faith and learning.

Tales From Africa is a collection of traditional African folktales compiled by Josephine Cunnington Edwards. The book features a variety of stories from different regions of Africa, including Ghana, Nigeria, and Kenya. Each tale is accompanied by vivid illustrations that bring the stories to life. The book includes stories of tricksters, animals, and mythical creatures, as well as tales of bravery and wisdom. The stories are told in a simple yet engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. This book is an excellent introduction to African folklore and a great way to learn about the rich cultural heritage of the continent.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.