Lavina by Author O. Wright

Lavina: The Saga of an African Princess is a historical romance about a young heroine from the coastal plains of Guinea. This novel charts the epic journey of Lavina, a young tribal princess born to loving parents who is later sold as a slave in colonial America. Marauding slave traders kidnap Lavina and her promised one, Rabboni. At her inauguration celebration-their marketplace is overrun and their parents are murdered in the brutal attack. This heartwarming novel tells how Lavina and Rabboni are separated?Lavina is purchased by kind hearted puritans, while Rabboni experiences cruel and demeaning treatment at the hands of his owners. Both young people have faith in the Almighty Protector and miraculously they find each other again. The author focuses on the most horrific period of American history when colonial slavery was instituted. Told in graphic and honest detail the story should be required reading for all young Americans, especially young African-Americans, establishing their significance of culture and ethnic roots. The story turns again and again to God's grace and His overcoming power given to those who trust Him. God moves on the hearts of colony members and finally the revelation of His will is proclaimed. This author's unique Christian framing of these historical events give the book added dimension and meaning. Don't miss the pain, the heartbreak, then exultant triumph of Lavina: The Saga of an African Princess

Author(s): Author O. Wright ISBN: 9781598860061 Published: October 2005 Dimensions: 224mm x 151mm x 14mm Pages: 267 Condition: BRAND NEW

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