In 1794 a group of Russian Orthodox missionaries landed on Kodiak
Island, Alaska, with the intent of preaching to the native
Americans, baptizing those who would accept the Christian life and
developing for them both academic and agricultural schools. Of this
initial effort there survived one monk, Father Herman, who lived
among the Aleut people for forty some years and earned the loving
nickname of Apa, or "grandfather." Father Herman had a fiery
temperament and was often heatedly involved with local authorities
concerning the rights of the local natives, who were constantly
violated by explorers and foreign authorities. Father Herman's
gentle admonition, sense of humor, strict asceticism and care for
the physical needs of the natives left a memorable legacy.
In this charming volume, author and illustrator Dorrie
Papademetriou captures the divine spark that shone in the monk
Herman and reflects it across the pages. The world of Apa and the
Aleuts comes alive in illustrations of northern lights, Kodiak
bears, giant cabbages and angel's wings. Best of all, readers are
warmed by the words of this human heart aflame with divine
love.
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