When Lightning Struck!
The Story of Martin Luther
- Children & Youth
- Publisher: Fortress Press (Augsburg Fortress)
- Published: 2015
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Publisher's Description
Martin Luther's life was too exciting not to be written for teens and young adult readers! In this fast-paced, action-packed novel of Martin Luther's life, geared especially toward ages 10 and up, young readers (and more than a few adults!) will be introduced to a fascinating time when princes ruled Europe and knights roamed the countryside. They'll learn about a time when powerful forces lined up against each other and believing the wrong thing could get you killed. When Lightning Struck! is far more than just an adventure story, of course. It also tells a theological story. Drawing carefully from Luther’s own words, this book introduces readers to a kindred spirit who struggled with what knowing God through Scripture means for daily life. They will understand what was at stake and how powerfully liberating Luther's idea of grace through faith was—in his time and in ours! In crisp, enjoyable prose, author Danika Cooley conveys both the drama and the meaning of the Reformation for young adult readers like no one before her!
Endorsements (8)
“If you're looking for a good story on the reformation to share with your students, When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther is both informative and engaging!”
“Danika's use of historical fiction to target the hearts of kids is an excellent way to not only build intrigue about their faith but also to teach them about the history of Christianity.”
“Danika Cooley's When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther is a well-researched, and well-told biography that will grip young adult readers in a generation starved for worthy inspiration. It is just the sort of book the church needs to inspire a new generation of believers to help recover the evangelical church's birthright.”
“Cooley gives young adult readers a thoughtful picture of how God used a flawed man to change the course of history.”
“Not only is Danika Cooley an engaging writer of children's literature, she is a careful and winsome theologian.”
“Nothing less than fiery story-telling would be fitting, to convey to us the life of a fervent heart like Martin Luther, and author Danika Cooley has achieved just that.”
“This is not just a story book. It is real life. It is accurately researched and meticulously footnoted.”
“I commend this book to you and your children as a great family read-aloud.”
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