Tibebe Eshete

Overcomers

History & Biography

“In Overcomers, the author Kay Bascom offers of a wealth of information pertaining to a crucial phase in the history of Ethiopia when the nation was suddenly thrust into communism and the church came under fire. The author’s participation as bother insider and outsider brings to light authentic stories full of pulsating and detailed accounts of Ethiopian believers’ lives and faith, along with deep reflections related to the existential challenges brought about by the Ethiopian Revolution. The book’s many witnesses demonstrate God’s providential interventions in the persecuted church’s time of critical need—as He is doing currently in Ethiopia—including eye witness accounts and reflections on the horrific nature of the Red Terror. Overcomers advances fresh perspectives on mission and state encounters, and on mission and church relationships during the military rule, an ugly chapter in Ethiopia’s modern political history. Furthermore, the book provides rich and penetrating insights on the general and local history of Ethiopia freshly told, revealing local dynamics within the larger historical and political context of the nation.”

Songs of Ethiopia’s Tesfaye Gabbiso

Arts & Literature

“Tesfaye, Ethiopia’s most distinguished and renowned gospel singer has inspired, encouraged, and uplifted millions of Ethiopians through his theologically sound, but musically superb songs, which he has composed and sung. This is particularly true of the songs he produced when the church came under fire during the times of the Ethiopian Revolution. This book represents a significant addition to the study of music in Ethiopia and marks a major step in introducing the Ethiopian dimension of ethnomusicology to the larger scholarly conversation.”

The West and China in Africa

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

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Thomas A. Lambie

Evangelism & Missions

“As a pioneer in the missionary enterprise during the first half of the 1900s, Dr. Thomas Lambie was a household name for our family. Paul Balisky presents an excellent account of Dr. Lambie’s many facets—a risk-taking missionary, gifted writer, optimist even when restricted and hedged about, and a fearless opportunist. Lambie is presented as an indomitable idealist without glossing over his flaws. Here is a missionary biography that deals as well with personal matters that tug at the heart of all who engage in cross-cultural dialogue.”