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Shepherds Abiding (The Mitford Years, Book 8)
Since he was a boy growing up in Mississippi, Father Tim has lived what he calls "the life of the mind." Except for cooking and gardening and washing his dog, he never learned to savor the work of his hands. And then he finds a derelict nativity scene--twenty figures, including a flock of sheep, that have suffered the indignities of time and neglect.
Could he give the small company new life? Restore the camel's ear, repaint every piece, replace a missing nose on a wise man? "You can't teach an old dog new tricks!" he reminds himself. It's when he imagines the excitement in Cynthia's eyes that he steps up to the plate--and begins a small journey of faith that touches everyone around him.
The eight novel in the bestselling Mitford Years series is a mediation on the best of all presents--the gift of one's heart. Lovingly written and beautifully illustrated, it seeks to restore the true Christmas spirit and give everyone a seat at Mitford's holiday table.
From the Hardcover edition.
Manufacturer: Random House Large Print
Price: $8.92
 Shepherds Abiding (The Mitford Years, Book 8)
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rating: 5
I ordered a bunch of books....All came together and were in good condition....I have not gotten to that book in the series yet, but am sure I will enjoy it as I have the first 6 of Jan Karon's books.....
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Shepherds Abiding
rating: 5
One of many in the lovely Jan Karon's Mitford series. Heartwarming, sweet, compelingly touched with the handprint of God. My favoite books of all time. You can't help but love Father Tim and his family.
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Another wonderful Mitford tale.
rating: 5
There's little doubt that Jaron's Mitford books are gently entertaining reading pleasures. Father Tim, Cynthia, Dooley, and all the rest are as unforgettable as a Carolina morning in May and the unique and vividly realistic sense of place she has created is always such a pleasure to visit. This Christmas story with its glimpses of Tim's boyhood is in no way less than any of the other volumes in the series, even in its brevity (which actually makes it perfect holiday reading for harried and frassled readers). But the most wonderful thing of all about this particular Father Tim tome is the absolutely spot-on, subtle but solid, utterly humane depiction of the anticipation, hopefulness, loving sheer unmitigated joy that comes, often over the weeks of preparation, be it right after Halloween or during Advent or even just on Christmas Eve, from Holy Christmastide. Karon is the Mistress of this sort of emotional development and it truly makes a good book even better. A most happy holiday.
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Don't Open Until Christmas
rating: 4
I was introduced to the Mitford books by my mother and have devoured the series in order up until now. After reading the reviews for the book I have decided to wait until Christmas to read this particular installment. Thanks to the other readers for their reviews. God Bless Jan Karon for sharing the incredible town of Mitford with all its amazing characters with us. I don't think I have ever enjoyed a series more than this.
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Shepherds Abiding
rating: 5
For fans of Jan Karon and Father Tim, Shepherds Abiding is another delightful visit to places and characters we so enjoy. It is an expedition to towns we wished we lived in or at least where we had grown up.
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