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The Poisonwood Bible
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Bought the book a year ago and it took me some time to start reading it. I was encouraged to purchase it by some reviews I'd read and though it waited some time to be chosen as my next read, I reckon I am fully rewarded. The story of an American Baptist missionary family that find themselves in Congo just before it gains its independence is superb. Five narrators of different ages telling different stories add to the incredible atmosphere of colonial Congo and I'm enjoying both the stories and the language, witty at times. The book is definitely food for thought regarding bringing christianity to non-Christians in those days, moreover, the culture clash problems described gives you a good insight into how to understand people whose mentality and reactions to the world around are different from yours. This novel will definitely stay in my memory for a long, long time ...
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October 31, 2017
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October 31, 2017
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November 1, 2017
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November 3, 2017
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December 1, 2019
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Aug 30, 2018 09:12PM
I remember they put on layers and layers of clothes for the flight because they couldn't afford to pay for extra luggage. And one daughter goes off with the crooked bi-plane pilot just to get the hell out. And the mother finally leaves the husband because he jeopardized their lives. And the younger daughter falls for a local Congolese boy.
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I remember the narration mainly, the poisonwood tree and the terryfing march of army ants ... Must reread it in the near future ..
Loved this book. Great review, Beata!
Thank you, Paula :) definitely the novel that stays with you after reading :)
Good review. Another book for my 'Want to read' list.
Thank you, James :) never read Kingsolver before and read various reviews on her other novels but for me this one is exceptional ...... I can still feel it in my bones .....
Great review, Beata. I read this years ago and loved it, also. Barbara Kingsolver is a great writer. Another favorite of mine by her is The La Cuna. Have you read it?
Thanks Barbara for your kind words :)) no, haven't read it yet but put down the title :) Thanks!
You're very welcome.
Adrienne wrote: "Beata, excellent review"Thank you, Adrienne :) I did enjoy reading this novel ......
Nice review— abs years later there are scenes from this book as vivid as the first time I read them.
Heidi wrote: "Nice review— abs years later there are scenes from this book as vivid as the first time I read them."Same here, Heidi :) this book did move me ....
Fabulous review Beata 😄
I read this book years ago. A friend whose aunts were missionaries in Africa long ago lent me it! The memory of it has stayed with me, as you say it will with you. Thank you for reminding me of it. It's a very powerful and evocative story.
Great succinct review, Beata. I loved this book! I grew up in as the daughter of a Baptist pastor, so some of the emotions within the family regarding their feelings toward their father really hit home.
I think it is my favorite Kingsolver book. Read it years ago maybe time to read it again.
Can’t wait to read this one! Wonderful thoughts, Beata!
Lucy wrote: "Fabulous review Beata 😄"Lucy, thank you!
J.C. wrote: "I read this book years ago. A friend whose aunts were missionaries in Africa long ago lent me it! The memory of it has stayed with me, as you say it will with you. Thank you for reminding me of it...."Thank you, Jeanne! :)) You're so right! Several years have passed and this book is still with me ... Powerful writing! Hugs! :))
Paige wrote: "Great succinct review, Beata. I loved this book! I grew up in as the daughter of a Baptist pastor, so some of the emotions within the family regarding their feelings toward their father really hit ..."Paige, thank you! :)) I'm sorry I'm getting back to you after such a long time ... Hope all is well! :))
Judy wrote: "I think it is my favorite Kingsolver book. Read it years ago maybe time to read it again."Thank you, Judy! It seems it's a novel not easily forgotten ... Stay safe! :))
Karina wrote: "Can’t wait to read this one! Wonderful thoughts, Beata!"Thank you, Karina :)) I think you'll enjoy it too :)
