Status
Available
Collection
Publication
Lectorum Pubns (Juv) (2017), Edition: Bilingual, 32 pages
Description
Telegrams to Heaven recounts the moving childhood of Archbishop scar Arnulfo Romero y Galdm?ez, who from an early age discovers the candor, light and power of the word, which he uses to pray and to write poetry, sending telegrams to heaven from his heart. Ren ?Colato Lan?ez, the renowned Salvadoran writer, has written a touching story about the great Salvadoran prophet who dreamed from his childhood of being a priest, and became not only a priest, but also a bishop, an archbishop, and the great orator of his country.
Local notes
School Library Journal, 01/31/2018
Gr 2–4—As a child, Óscar Arnulfo Romero dreamed of becoming a priest. He wasn't sure how to accomplish his goal, as most of his time was spent helping his family and working in the telegraph office inside their home. Romero was fascinated by the simplicity of the telegraph machine and wondered how he could use the power of messages to make his dream of becoming a priest a reality. He began a spiritual journey as he learned to pray and "send telegrams" to God. Throughout his childhood, Romero excelled at poetry and music, which he used as tools to spread his prayers of goodwill to all in his community. His dream of becoming a priest was realized when, at age 13, he attended seminary in San Miguel. He later became the Archbishop of San Salvador. This bilingual book is a story of hope and determination, one that is punctuated by Romero's service to the poorest and most vulnerable. Contemporary, bright illustrations and a personal note from the author provide readers with a deeper connection to the narrative and will inspire them to fulfill their own dreams. VERDICT A touching introduction to the life and legacy of one of South America's most beloved religious figures and a strong addition to any juvenile nonfiction collection.—Natalie Romano, Denver Public Library Copyright 2018 Reed Business Information.
Gr 2–4—As a child, Óscar Arnulfo Romero dreamed of becoming a priest. He wasn't sure how to accomplish his goal, as most of his time was spent helping his family and working in the telegraph office inside their home. Romero was fascinated by the simplicity of the telegraph machine and wondered how he could use the power of messages to make his dream of becoming a priest a reality. He began a spiritual journey as he learned to pray and "send telegrams" to God. Throughout his childhood, Romero excelled at poetry and music, which he used as tools to spread his prayers of goodwill to all in his community. His dream of becoming a priest was realized when, at age 13, he attended seminary in San Miguel. He later became the Archbishop of San Salvador. This bilingual book is a story of hope and determination, one that is punctuated by Romero's service to the poorest and most vulnerable. Contemporary, bright illustrations and a personal note from the author provide readers with a deeper connection to the narrative and will inspire them to fulfill their own dreams. VERDICT A touching introduction to the life and legacy of one of South America's most beloved religious figures and a strong addition to any juvenile nonfiction collection.—Natalie Romano, Denver Public Library Copyright 2018 Reed Business Information.