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Eric's Greatest Race: The Inspiring True Story of Eric Liddell - Athlete, Missionary, Prisoner

by Tim Challies

A life told in three roles

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A life told in three roles

Presented as a fully illustrated graphic novel, this biography traces Eric Liddell’s life from Olympic athlete to missionary and, during World War II, prisoner. It includes his decision not to race on a Sunday at the 1924 Olympics alongside his missionary work and wartime imprisonment, placing those episodes within a broader account of his life. The book also introduces historical events and concepts along the way, giving the biography a context beyond sport. Faith is a recurring thread in the publisher’s account of Liddell’s choices and work.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in illustrated biographies and graphic novels.
  • Young readers curious about the 1924 Olympics, missionary work, or World War II.
  • Readers seeking a biography that connects sport, Christian faith, and history.

Themes

Athletics and convictionChristian faithMissionary workWorld War II and imprisonmentHistorical biography

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Book overview

This engaging, fully illustrated book tells young readers the story of famous Olympian Eric Liddell, whose steadfast courage and commitment to Christ has inspired generations of believers.

Athlete. Missionary. Prisoner.

Eric Liddell's life was a series of remarkable twists and turns, from his refusal to run on a Sunday in the 1924 Olympics (as depicted in the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire) to his extensive missionary work, and finally to his imprisonment during World War II. Through it all, Eric never abandoned his faith in God.

Written and illustrated as a graphic novel, Eric's Greatest Race tells Eric Liddell's entire life story and educates young readers about important historical events and concepts along the way. Children will encounter a real-life hero whose incredible impact on Christianity and the world lives on today.
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