Across the distant road reveals a family's perilous trek toward a hopeful future, rooted in faith and resilience. Join their journey from a troubled homeland to a new land.
This nonfiction account follows a German settlement as a family faces fear, hunger, and doubt while seeking safety and a better life. Through hardship, moments of courage, and acts of faith, the family’s voyage unfolds from a hillside valley to distant shores, offering a window into frontier life and the choices that shape it.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the Weiser family, German migrants fleeing to the New World during a period of great upheaval in Europe. The story takes place during the early 18th century, when war and famine had ravaged the countryside, leaving many people desperate for a new life. The author deftly blends the details of this historical period with the intimate struggles of the Weiser family. We follow them as they leave their home, travel down the Rhine River, and face the daunting challenges of crossing the English Channel, culminating in their arrival at Blackheath, where they join a vast encampment of fellow German migrants awaiting their passage to America. The book explores themes of resilience, hope, and the enduring power of family. Through the Weisers' experiences, the author poignantly illustrates the harsh realities of displacement, the relentless search for a better future, and the complex relationship between individual dreams and the tides of history. By capturing the details of the Weiser's journey, this book offers a unique window into a pivotal moment in the history of migration and the profound impact of these experiences on individual lives. 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 9781331616535_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-9781331616535
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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-9781331616535
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 208 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.47 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331616530
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