A winter of longing tests faith and hope, and a violin softly lights the way. A young man named Robert Falconer confronts loss, doubt, and the ache of a world that seems silent to his heart. In a stark garret, he seeks a God who might listen, while the music of his memories and the lessons of those who care pull him toward a path of faith, courage, and purpose.
In this installment, hard weather and harder questions push Robert toward hard-won growth. A loyal doctor helps an outcast boy named Shargar, offering new chances and the possibility of schooling. Meanwhile, Robert’s mentor-like friendship with a thoughtful thinker named Ericson helps him translate study and music into real progress. The book moves between stark realism and hopeful spiritual inquiry, pairing intimate ache with moments of comforting grace.
- A young man’s struggle to find comfort and hearing from a God he cannot always feel
- An act of kindness that changes the life of a boy from the streets
- The power of music and learning to sustain a fragile spirit
- Quiet, thoughtful observations on faith, resilience, and growth
Ideal for readers who enjoy literary fiction that blends emotional depth with spiritual reflection, mentorship, and the transformative pull of music and learning.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to the 19th-century world of Scottish teenager Robert Falconer through the eyes of the author, a professor of literature who deeply admires the protagonist and his world. The author juxtaposes Falconer's experiences in his impoverished home and the outside world which holds him and his dreams of education and success captive. The harsh realities of Falconer's life forge within him fierce optimism. His youthful sorrow and struggles are eventually channelled into music which brings the transformative power of art and self-expression into focus. This book provides an insightful, historically grounded portrayal of the complexities of a young man's quest for self-improvement, and the impact external hardship and personal resilience have on its trajectory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330199732_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330199732
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330199732
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)