The Genesis of It All

by Luci Shaw, Huai-kuang Miao (Illustrator), Mary Lane (Illustrator)

This charming new retelling of the story of Creation is for children of all ages. In her inimitable style, Luci Shaw presents the Genesis narrative in fresh and contemporary language that will spark the imaginations of young readers. This retelling will bring both children and adults a new experience of the exhilaration of the Creation and the Creator as work of art and great artist, developed in richness and diversity. Readers young and old will find themselves in the picture, as they reflect on the Creator’s purpose in bringing human beings into the world.

As a celebrated essayist and poet, mother of five and grandparent to seven, Luci Shaw celebrates the finger-prints of God in our magnificent universe. The original paintings of Sr. Huai-Kuang Miao bring the text to life with their fascinating mix of precision and wonder.

Praise for Luci Shaw’s work

“Luci Shaw gives us faith writing at its most revelatory…a passionate embrace of Creation’s radiance.” —Annie Dillard

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2006

About the author

Luci Shaw is a Christian writer of poetry and essays.

Reviews

[Alice · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a really good retelling of the Creation Story. The pictures are great and the story isn't too bad. It explains in a nice story, the creation story as found in the Bible in Genesis. This could be good for a religious class or just at home.

[Adam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting if not especially memorable. Still, if you liked this book there’s a great chance you’ll love Let There Be Light by Pauline Baynes (the “Narnia artist”).