The War Of The Saint
(Jorge Amado)
Jorge Amado is one of the very finest novelists from Brazil. Hecombines a rich love for people with a sympathetic view of their lifecomplications. Mix in a little humor, and a tragedy becomes comedy . .. yet the serious commentary remains. His amazing imagination makes themystical seem as real as what you are holding in your hand. It's almostas though you've entered an alien world, yet on the surface it seemsfamiliar. I'm always reminded on Alice in Wonderland when I read one ofhis novels.In this story, the statue of Saint Barbara of theThunder, a highest esteemed icon is on its way for a special exhibitionin Bahia. Upon arriving in that fair city, the statue vanishes and thefun begins! Saint Barbara has come to life and begins to travel allover Bahia. Those who appreciate religious belief will enjoy the fun aspeople are unable to grasp this miracle. At the same time,there's another story thread. Young Manela wants to enjoy a festivalwhose roots are of the spiritualist sort. Fearing for her soul, heraunt Adalgisa seeks to avoid this. At the same time, Manela is drawn toa handsome young man whom Adalgisa sees at inappropriate. Will the pathof true love prevail? This story thread is used by Mr. Amado to explorethe nature of what it is to do good. The two story lineseventually merge in one powerful river of satire, irony and good humor.When the heavens collide, can mere mortals hold their ground? Probablynot. As in Shakespeare's storms, the turmoil in nature and in theheavens eventually affects the people in all sorts of unexpected ways.You cannot escape it. You also cannot escape the good fun and magicalquality of this very funny book. Be sure to refer to the book'sglossary to understand the non-English words in the text. That willexpand your appreciation of the book.After you finish, thinkabout where your religious beliefs may sometimes cause you to beintolerant rather than being open to all of God's gifts and children.How can you open your heart and mind?
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