Patrick: God’s Courageous Captive

by Cheryl Odden, R.F. Palavicini (Illustrator )

Go beyond the St. Patrick’s Day symbols of shamrocks and leprechauns and hear the story of a man determined to share the message of salvation with the people who had made him a slave.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Nonfiction, History, Biography, Faith

45 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Moriyah Cordova · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this story! It’s so inspiring! <3

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like this series. Sometimes the stories don't flow as smoothly as they could, but the illustrations are bright and engaging, the stories simple, but meaningful. They don't shy away from the biblical violence in the stories (which can be unsettling to a young audience) but it's handled tastefully. All these books initiate good talking points about ancient heroes and modern day lessons.

[Luke Waters · Rating 5 out of 5]

I now know more about Ireland than Leprechauns and Connor McGregor.

[Andrew Hale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read-aloud family time, that spends time on the historical side of Patrick's enslavement while relating God's Will to the events.

The Penguin Dictionary of Saints
People Whose Faith Got Them into Trouble
The Life of St. Patrick

[Elizabeth Mayberry · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful and engaging picture book about St. Patrick & his life. A great book for Preschool/ Elementary to learn about reason we celebrate St. Patrick's Day & encourage all readers (including this mama) to listen for God's voice and follow his leadings!

[MaryLucille · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book for children (and adults) explaining the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. It fairly divides the myth and legends from the known history and it ties the situation of Patrick to events of modern slavery.

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book for kids to be able to learn about who Patrick really was and that St Patrick’s Day is not just a day of green and leprechauns.

[Ex Libris Animus · Rating 4 out of 5]

The valentine one was much more in depth. So not what I expected from this book series. But decent enough

[Danielle Grimes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely wonderful book to show how Christianity and St. Patrick’s Day are connected!