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Father to Nobody's Children: The Life of Thomas J. Barnardo
The story of Dr. Thomas Barnardo, hero to the destitute and homeless of London's notorious East End. In 30 years, he and his co-workers rescued 60,000 children from the streets, caring for them in rural orphanages and by the novel means known today as "foster parenting." An engaging book.
122 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 1995
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About the author
David E. Fessenden
13 books16 followersDavid E. Fessenden is the editorial coordinator for CLC Publications, the owner and publisher of Honeycomb House Publishing, a literary agent for WordWise Media, and a publishing coach and consultant for the Christian book market. He has over 25 years experience in editorial management with Christian publishing houses. Dave has a B.A. in journalism, an M.A. in religion, and over 30 years of experience in writing and editing. In previous positions Dave served on the communications staff of a Bible institute and was a regional editor of the largest Protestant weekly newspaper in the country.
Dave has published seven books, produced study guides for two titles by A.W. Tozer (published in the back of the books), written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, and edited numerous books. His columns from 10-year stint on the staff of a Christian writers newsletter were the basis for his books, Writing the Christian Nonfiction Book: Concept to Contract, and The Christian Writer's Guide to Book Proposals, published by SonFire Media.
Dave's first novel, The Case of the Exploding Speakeasy, tells the story of the son of Dr. Watson and the smarter brother of Sherlock Holmes investigating the death of a speakeasy owner and his car-playing buddies in 1920s Philadelphia.
Dave has served as an instructor for the Christian Writers Guild, and is a frequent speaker at writers’ conferences. He also conducts Sunday school teaching workshops based on his book, Teaching with All Your Heart.
Dave and his wife, Jacque, live in the southcentral PA area and have two adult sons.
Dave has published seven books, produced study guides for two titles by A.W. Tozer (published in the back of the books), written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, and edited numerous books. His columns from 10-year stint on the staff of a Christian writers newsletter were the basis for his books, Writing the Christian Nonfiction Book: Concept to Contract, and The Christian Writer's Guide to Book Proposals, published by SonFire Media.
Dave's first novel, The Case of the Exploding Speakeasy, tells the story of the son of Dr. Watson and the smarter brother of Sherlock Holmes investigating the death of a speakeasy owner and his car-playing buddies in 1920s Philadelphia.
Dave has served as an instructor for the Christian Writers Guild, and is a frequent speaker at writers’ conferences. He also conducts Sunday school teaching workshops based on his book, Teaching with All Your Heart.
Dave and his wife, Jacque, live in the southcentral PA area and have two adult sons.
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November 15, 2020
4.5 stars
Short and sweet. Considering how many children Thomas Barnardo helped in the East End of London (over 60k in his lifetime), I'm surprised I haven't heard of him before.
I do wish there had been a tad bit more about his personal life. We learn that he married, though little about his wife, and we're never told whether they had biological children.
It also would have been helpful to include current contact information about the ministry, since the last page states that the organization is still around and helping children all over the world.
Short and sweet. Considering how many children Thomas Barnardo helped in the East End of London (over 60k in his lifetime), I'm surprised I haven't heard of him before.
I do wish there had been a tad bit more about his personal life. We learn that he married, though little about his wife, and we're never told whether they had biological children.
It also would have been helpful to include current contact information about the ministry, since the last page states that the organization is still around and helping children all over the world.
April 15, 2020
An Amazing Story of Doctor Bernardo and his life's ministry to the Children of London a powerful testament of the impact of one life
August 31, 2011
Wow! What a great book showing gods love and grace! I think that it is so amazing that eventhough many people criticized Dr. Barnardo he still shows gods love through helping the homeless children of London. This book has taught me to not worry about things but pray about them and God will answer my prayers. Overall this was a great story that i would recommend to ANYONE!!!
May 13, 2011
A really wonderful biography about a really wonderful man! A great companion to read with 'Ned: Barnardo Boy' by Barbara Coyle.
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