Awkward Grace by Jeff McCord (English) Paperback Book

Description: Awkward Grace by Jeff McCord In the small African nation of Burundi, a government incited massacre makes Mevin Ntwari a refugee. In the hills of East Tennessee, a reluctant sense of duty compels Ben Bellamy to lead his churchs outreach committee. And somewhere between these two events faith inspires an unlikely connection. Not all of Mevins family escapes the horror of genocide, but along with his brother he finally makes his way to America. Waiting for him is Ben, a man whose natural goodness outshines the obstacles inherent in welcoming a stranger to Appalachia. Having only honest hearts in common, the men struggle to find their way together. But through a sort of awkward grace, the men uncover a friendship that "only poets and old cowboy movies" seem to understand. With Bens help, Mevin thrives in his new country. And when Ben becomes ill, Mevin becomes his salvation. The story is representative of the thousands of Burundian and Rwandan refugees who escaped their countries genocides and with the help of ordinary people made new lives in America — even in Appalachia. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the small African nation of Burundi, a government incited massacre makes Mevin Ntwari a refugee. In the hills of East Tennessee, a reluctant sense of duty compels Ben Bellamy to lead his churchs outreach committee. And somewhere between these two events faith inspires an unlikely connection. Not all of Mevins family escapes the horror of genocide, but along with his brother he finally makes his way to America. Waiting for him is Ben, a man whose natural goodness outshines the obstacles inherent in welcoming a stranger to Appalachia. Having only honest hearts in common, the men struggle to find their way together. But through a sort of awkward grace, the men uncover a friendship that "only poets and old cowboy movies" seem to understand. With Bens help, Mevin thrives in his new country. And when Ben becomes ill, Mevin becomes his salvation. The story is representative of the thousands of Burundian and Rwandan refugees who escaped their countries genocides and with the help of ordinary people made new lives in America -- even in Appalachia. Details ISBN1933353171 Author Jeff McCord Short Title AWKWARD GRACE Publisher Paladin Timeless Books Language English ISBN-10 1933353171 ISBN-13 9781933353173 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 813.6 Year 2008 Place of Publication Kingsport Country of Publication United States Imprint Paladin Timeless Books Pages 228 DOI 10.1604/9781933353173 UK Release Date 2008-04-15 Illustrations Illustrations, black and white Publication Date 2008-04-15 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:44435535;

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