false 1083233 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1180844218m/1083233.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1180844218s/1083233.jpg We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving audio is destined to become a classic.]]> 47109 7 3233 7 11 2006 The Handmaid and the Carpenter: A Novel total:525|5:64|4:134|3:194|2:96|1:37| 525 1667 761 117 3529 3.62 27850 3915 40004885 1626964 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.16 506 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 2 0 false Sun Nov 30 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Sat Dec 13 06:00:30 -0800 2008 Sat Dec 13 06:10:54 -0800 2008 more...]]> 9792988 652191 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 1 false Fri Nov 30 23:22:46 -0800 2007 Fri Nov 30 23:22:53 -0800 2007 more...]]> 42814965 900632 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 5 0 false Mon Dec 10 00:00:00 -0800 2007 Mon Jan 12 13:33:49 -0800 2009 Mon Jan 12 13:40:42 -0800 2009 more...]]> 46912557 1942270 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Mon Feb 09 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Thu Feb 19 18:18:48 -0800 2009 Thu Feb 19 18:24:27 -0800 2009 more...]]> 78387758 1219161 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Thu Nov 19 20:03:48 -0800 2009 Sun Dec 20 23:07:13 -0800 2009 more...]]> 81002159 2857320 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Mon Dec 14 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Mon Dec 14 14:06:18 -0800 2009 Mon Dec 14 14:17:44 -0800 2009
I find it interesting to view the author's rendition of life in Nazareth at 4BC. I feel she portrays the characters well.
...more...]]> 69668825 1882431 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 4 0 false Mon Aug 31 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 01 06:58:54 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 01 07:03:33 -0700 2009 while Joseph was serious minded and devoted to the traditions of the
people. He was never quite sure about the revelations he and Mary
received f...more...]]> 39506666 804161 2751798 0345505913 9780345505910 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214m/2751798.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214s/2751798.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2751798.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.85 13 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.


From the Hardcover edition.]]> 2006 5 0 false Sun Dec 07 07:43:21 -0800 2008 Thu Jan 01 20:21:46 -0800 2009 more...]]> 35483842 339248 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Thu Nov 06 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Thu Oct 16 13:19:02 -0700 2008 Thu Nov 06 08:09:33 -0800 2008 more...]]> 21372254 134980 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 5 0 false Sat Dec 30 00:00:00 -0800 2006 Wed Apr 30 21:21:08 -0700 2008 Sun May 25 18:50:21 -0700 2008 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A poignant tale about Mary, Joseph, and a child called Jesus, December 31, 2006

In The Handmaid and the Carpenter, Elizabeth Berg takes her readers into the world of Mary and Joseph--thirteen and sixteen re...more...]]> 56399011 1013193 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Sat May 16 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun May 17 14:29:02 -0700 2009 Sun May 17 14:35:34 -0700 2009 more...]]> 40770393 195737 2751798 0345505913 9780345505910 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214m/2751798.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214s/2751798.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2751798.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.


From the Hardcover edition.]]> 2006 3 0 false Sat Jan 10 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Tue Dec 23 12:03:19 -0800 2008 Tue Jan 13 14:22:03 -0800 2009 more...]]> 54024092 643332 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 4 0 false Tue May 12 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun Apr 26 11:49:55 -0700 2009 Tue May 12 05:07:33 -0700 2009 1 Graceann's "Handmaid and the Carpenter" Review"

I suppose I should have read this story at Christmastime, given it's take on the Nativity, but I didn't know of its existence then. Elizabeth Berg tells the story of Joseph and Mary's c...more...]]> 40534762 1260015 2751798 0345505913 9780345505910 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214m/2751798.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255831214s/2751798.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2751798.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.


From the Hardcover edition.]]> 2006 3 0 false Tue Dec 23 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Sat Dec 20 12:37:45 -0800 2008 Sat Dec 27 09:35:57 -0800 2008 more...]]> 79314049 2362608 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Mon Nov 30 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Sun Nov 29 13:21:36 -0800 2009 Tue Dec 01 13:58:32 -0800 2009 more...]]> 80084858 1562106 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Tue Dec 08 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Sun Dec 06 12:18:25 -0800 2009 Thu Dec 10 13:35:55 -0800 2009 more...]]> 41719843 413007 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 1 0 false Sat Jan 03 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Sat Jan 03 09:47:08 -0800 2009 Sat Jan 03 20:40:13 -0800 2009
Oddly, the author's note at the beginning of the book indicates she takes license ("as the bible is open to interpret...more...]]> 32028721 607911 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 4 0 true Sun Sep 07 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Thu Sep 04 14:57:40 -0700 2008 Mon Sep 08 17:43:13 -0700 2008 more...]]> 76493327 2423936 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 3 0 false Mon Nov 02 11:00:48 -0800 2009 Mon Nov 02 11:08:46 -0800 2009 more...]]> 58283311 2236456 47109 1400065380 9781400065387 112 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959m/47109.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1170345959s/47109.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47109.The_Handmaid_and_the_Carpenter_A_Novel 3.18 525 We Are All Welcome Here and The Year of Pleasures, transports us to Nazareth in biblical times to reimagine the events of the classic Christmas story.

We see Mary–young, strong, and inquisitive–as she first meets Joseph, a serious-minded young carpenter who is steadfastly devoted to the religious traditions of their people. The two become betrothed, but are soon faced with an unexpected pregnancy. Aided by a great and abiding love, they endure challenges to their relationship as well as threats to their lives as they come to terms with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the birth of their child, Jesus. For Mary, the pregnancy is a divine miracle and a privilege. For Joseph, it is an ongoing test not only of his courage but of his faith–in his wife as well as in his God.

Exquisitely written and imbued with the truthful emotions and richness of detail that have earned Elizabeth Berg a devoted readership, The Handmaid and the Carpenter explores lives touched profoundly by miracles large and small. This powerful and moving novel is destined to become a classic.]]> 2006 5 0 false Wed Jun 03 08:05:19 -0700 2009 Wed Jun 03 08:11:22 -0700 2009 more...]]> 8 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=1083233