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Leaders & Notable People - Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy

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Book Synopsis: Who better to face the greatest evil of the 20th century than a humble man of faith? As Adolf Hitler and the Nazis seduced a nation, bullied a continent, and attempted to exterminate the Jews of Europe, a small number of dissidents and saboteurs worked to dismantle the Third Reich from the inside. One of these was Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor and author. In this New York Times bestselling biography, Eric Metaxas takes both strands of Bonhoeffer's life—the theologian and the spy—and draws them together to tell a searing story of incredible moral courage in the face of monstrous evil. In Bonhoeffer, Metaxas presents the fullest account of Bonhoeffer's life, including his: heart-wrenching decision to leave the safe haven of America to return to Hitler's Germany involvement in the famous Valkyrie plot and in "Operation 7," the effort to smuggle Jews into neutral Switzerland lifelong dedication to sharing the tenets of his faith This edition, revised and with a new introduction from the author, shares the deeply moving story through previously unavailable documents, including personal letters, detailed journal entries, and firsthand personal accounts to reveal never-before-seen dimensions of Bonhoeffer's life and work. Praise for Bonhoeffer: "Metaxas has created a biography of uncommon power—intelligent, moving, well researched, vividly written, and rich in implication for our own lives. Or to put it another way: Buy this book. Read it. Then buy another copy and give it to a person you love. It's that good." —Archbishop Charles Chaput, author, First Things "Metaxas tells Bonhoeffer's story with passion and theological sophistication." —Wall Street Journal "Metaxas presents Bonhoeffer as a clear-headed, deeply convicted Christian who submitted to no one and nothing except God and his Word." —Christianity Today "Metaxas has written a book that adds a new dimension to World War II, a new understanding of how evil can seize the soul of a nation and a man of faith can confront it." —Thomas Fleming, author, The New Dealers' War

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Are you ready for an extraordinary journey through history? Immerse yourself in the incredible true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor, martyr, prophet, and spy who stood up against the greatest evil of the 20th century. In this New York Times bestselling biography, Eric Metaxas takes you on a gripping adventure, drawing together the dual strands of Bonhoeffer's life as a theologian and a spy to paint a vivid picture of moral courage in the face of monstrous evil. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and forever changed by Bonhoeffer's incredible journey.

Discover the fascinating life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer as you delve into the heart-wrenching decision he made to leave the safety of America and return to Hitler's Germany. Explore his involvement in the famous Valkyrie plot and "Operation 7," the daring effort to smuggle Jews into neutral Switzerland. Bonhoeffer's lifelong dedication to sharing the tenets of his faith will inspire you to reflect on your own beliefs and how you can make a positive impact in the world.

This revised edition, featuring a new introduction from the author, uncovers the hidden dimensions of Bonhoeffer's life and work through previously unavailable personal letters, detailed journal entries, and firsthand personal accounts. Dive deeper into the mind of a man who defied the odds and defied evil, and witness the profound implications his story holds for our own lives.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary biography that has garnered praise from readers and critics alike. Archbishop Charles Chaput calls it a book of uncommon power, urging readers to not only buy and read it, but also to share it with loved ones. The Wall Street Journal commends Metaxas for his passionate and theological account of Bonhoeffer's life, while Christianity Today emphasizes his unwavering commitment to God and his Word. Thomas Fleming, author of "The New Dealers' War," hails this book as a new dimension to understanding the depths of World War II and the fight against evil.

Don't wait any longer to embark on this remarkable journey through history. Order Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy today and lose yourself in the story of a man whose faith and courage still resonate in the world today.

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