Albert and the Journey Home: A Parable of Jesus (Albert's Bible Stories)
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A heart-felt Bible story about a young boy, who leaves his family farm, with half of his dad's coins jangling in his pocket.After spending all his coins, will he spend the rest of his life looking after pigs or return home to his dad? Will an angry young mouse decide to leave or can Albert's story persuade him to stay?Review“Richard writes with quiet charm.” Emily Jeffery, radio presenter and podcasterBook DescriptionA delightful picture book retelling the lost son parable told by Jesus.From the Back Cover“I’m leaving,” squeaked Simon mouse at the top of his very small voice. “It’s no fun here!”Join a restless mouse as he listens to Albert’s story about a young boy, who leaves his family farm, with half of his dad’s coins jangling in his pocket. But all does not go well; will he return home to his waiting dad?About the AuthorRichard Littledale is a Baptist minister, author and broadcaster. He contributes frequently to Daily Service and Sunday worship on BBC Radio 4, and is a regular contributor on his regional BBC Station, BBC Berkshire. He loves to write for both adults and children, and believes in the power of story.Heather Heyworth graduated from Goldsmiths University, London with a diploma in art and design. Since leaving college she has worked professionally as a designer and illustrator specialising in greeting cards, giftwrap, magazines, licensed characters and plush toys. In the last 10 years, she has returned to her first love, children's books using a combination of conventional hand drawing and digital artwork. In her spare time she enjoys interior design, reading and walking in the fabulous Suffolk countryside where she lives.
A heart-felt Bible story about a young boy, who leaves his family farm, with half of his dad's coins jangling in his pocket.After spending all his coins, will he spend the rest of his life looking after pigs or return home to his dad? Will an angry young mouse decide to leave or can Albert's story persuade him to stay?Review“Richard writes with quiet charm.” Emily Jeffery, radio presenter and podcasterBook DescriptionA delightful picture book retelling the lost son parable told by Jesus.From the Back Cover“I’m leaving,” squeaked Simon mouse at the top of his very small voice. “It’s no fun here!”Join a restless mouse as he listens to Albert’s story about a young boy, who leaves his family farm, with half of his dad’s coins jangling in his pocket. But all does not go well; will he return home to his waiting dad?About the AuthorRichard Littledale is a Baptist minister, author and broadcaster. He contributes frequently to Daily Service and Sunday worship on BBC Radio 4, and is a regular contributor on his regional BBC Station, BBC Berkshire. He loves to write for both adults and children, and believes in the power of story.Heather Heyworth graduated from Goldsmiths University, London with a diploma in art and design. Since leaving college she has worked professionally as a designer and illustrator specialising in greeting cards, giftwrap, magazines, licensed characters and plush toys. In the last 10 years, she has returned to her first love, children's books using a combination of conventional hand drawing and digital artwork. In her spare time she enjoys interior design, reading and walking in the fabulous Suffolk countryside where she lives.