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DODGERS TO DAMASCUS

by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1980. There are also harrowing moments, like surviving two nearly fatal poisoning attempts during his diplomatic work. The book also covers mundane events, such as the subject’s early childhood and his interactions with students as a beloved professor. The author of seven biographies, Cooke approaches the subject with a warmth that borders on fawning (she describes Lesch as “a ‘nice guy’ whose moral compass gives me hope for humankind”). And while at times hagiographic, this biography is backed by solid research, including a scholarly bibliography and interviews with more than a dozen individuals associated with Lesch, from family friends to academics, students, and diplomats. Its engaging narrative is complemented by full\u002Dcolor photographs, maps, and newspaper clippings."

Book Details

Publisher:Assad in the early
Published:2000-01-01
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781595343

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This gripping memoir traces one man's extraordinary journey from professional baseball player to Christian missionary, chronicling his spiritual awakening and dramatic career shift with raw honesty. ...

Our Review

This gripping memoir traces one man's extraordinary journey from professional baseball player to Christian missionary, chronicling his spiritual awakening and dramatic career shift with raw honesty. The narrative captures the tension between worldly success and spiritual calling as he transitions from Major League stadiums to Middle Eastern mission fields. Readers witness his internal struggle through vivid scenes of locker room conversations and Damascus street encounters that bring his transformation to life. This true story explores what happens when athletic ambition collides with divine purpose in unexpected ways.

What makes this account particularly compelling is its refusal to simplify complex faith questions while maintaining a propulsive narrative pace that will engage both sports enthusiasts and spiritual seekers. Teen readers navigating their own identity questions will find resonance in the author's honest portrayal of doubt and conviction, while parents will appreciate the thoughtful treatment of mature themes without graphic content. The book ultimately delivers a powerful meditation on finding one's true calling that transcends typical sports memoirs or conversion stories.

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