Joshua
“Joshua” by Joseph F. Girzone, published by Macmillan in 1987, is a work of fiction that explores the impact of a mysterious newcomer in a small town. The story follows Joshua, a quiet and simple man who supports himself through carpentry and woodworking. His presence initially mystifies the local residents, especially as he creates striking carvings, including a statue of Moses for a synagogue and figures of the apostle Peter for local churches, which evoke a mix of amazement and confusion among the townspeople.
Readers will find that “Joshua” delves into themes of community, acceptance, and the challenges of understanding someone who disrupts the status quo. As Joshua encourages those around him to break down barriers, his actions provoke a range of reactions, from admiration to fear. This edition contains 271 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human connection and the transformative power of kindness.
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When Joshua moves to a small cabin on the edge of town, the local people are first mystified, then confused by his presence. A quiet and simple man, Joshua appears to seek nothing for himself. He supports himself solely by carpentry and woodworking; and he charges very little for his services. A statue of Moses he carves for a synagogue causes amazement and consternation. His carvings of the apostle Peter [for the town’s churches] surprise the pastors and members … Neither is what they expected. Both are haunting. What sort of a person is Joshua? How can the townspeople explain a few rumors about him? … The woodcarver disturbs some of his neighbors. While he quietly and lovingly urges all around him to break down the walls that separate them, there are others who are frightened of him …
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