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Gladys Aylward: The Little Woman
A solitary woman. A foreign country. An unknown language. An impossible dream? No, God's call on the life of Gladys Aylward. With no mission board to support or guide her and less than ten dollars in her pocket, Gladys Aylward left her home in England to answer God's call to take the message of the gospel to China. With the Sino-Japanese War waging around her, she struggle
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Published
June 1st 1970
by Moody Press, U.S.
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Gladys Aylward's powerful and inspiring story will be with me forever. She is one of the greatest women of faith I have ever read about.
This is one of those books that you read and it just stays with you.
This simple woman left England in her 20's because she felt called to go to war torn China and teach the people about the God of love. Every single step she took in her life was taken in faith and prayer. She was so open to prayer and conversation with God that she heard his voice directing her...more
This is one of those books that you read and it just stays with you.
This simple woman left England in her 20's because she felt called to go to war torn China and teach the people about the God of love. Every single step she took in her life was taken in faith and prayer. She was so open to prayer and conversation with God that she heard his voice directing her...more
I first heard about Gladys Aylward in Noelle Piper's book, "Faithful Women and their Extraordinary God". I as greatly intrigued by her life and wanted to read this book for some time. Luckily, the house we're staying out had it. :)
Gladys Aylward left, alone, for China in 1932. She had been denied by Missions Organization and knew nothing of the country except that there were millions of Chinese that had never heard the name of Jesus Christ. So, she took the Trans-Siberian Railroad into China, wh...more
Gladys Aylward left, alone, for China in 1932. She had been denied by Missions Organization and knew nothing of the country except that there were millions of Chinese that had never heard the name of Jesus Christ. So, she took the Trans-Siberian Railroad into China, wh...more
How much is 10 dollars?
It is the cost of a small salad and large ice tea in Deli store. It is one sixth the price of a converse shoes. It is two to three games in iPad. But, in Gladys Aylward's autobiography, The Little Woman, it is a journey from England to China.
Gladys Aylward is a missionary, well, even earlier, she is just a maid. She doesn't graduate from a Church school, she doesn't go to college, she even doesn't finish high school. But, she comes to China in 1930 to preach the Gospel in...more
It is the cost of a small salad and large ice tea in Deli store. It is one sixth the price of a converse shoes. It is two to three games in iPad. But, in Gladys Aylward's autobiography, The Little Woman, it is a journey from England to China.
Gladys Aylward is a missionary, well, even earlier, she is just a maid. She doesn't graduate from a Church school, she doesn't go to college, she even doesn't finish high school. But, she comes to China in 1930 to preach the Gospel in...more
I loved this story of a courageous woman who goes to China to preach the Gospel. I especially loved the fact that she was led by pure faith alone. Her depiction of the contrast between China's hunger for the Gospel as opposed to her own England and the spiritually lethargy there. At times I wanted more spiritual insight but I think I was looking too closely because her daily survival and what she encountered....there was my depth and insight I wanted. It was the manner she wrote about her experi...more
This book didn't quite tell enough. It's the autobiography of Aylward, a Christian missionary to China starting in the 1930s. While the pacing and narrative voice are fine, I kept wanting to read more. Her life is truly unique and I would not mind reading hundreds of detailed pages covering what the Russian winter was like with no heat or clothes, what trekking across the Chinese mountains for weeks with barefoot children was like on her body and mind, and especially the joy she must have felt w...more
"I wasn't God's first choice for what I've done for China…I don't know who it was…It must have been a man…a well-educated man. I don't know what happened. Perhaps he died. Perhaps he wasn't willing…and God looked down…and saw Gladys Aylward …And God said - "Well, she's willing."
- Gladys Aylward
It's a great and very inspiring book. I haven't read anything like that in a long time. It's a testimony of a small woman who changed the whole country of China by the Gospel of Christ. While reading I ha...more
- Gladys Aylward
It's a great and very inspiring book. I haven't read anything like that in a long time. It's a testimony of a small woman who changed the whole country of China by the Gospel of Christ. While reading I ha...more
I cannot say enough about this book! Simply phenominal. God's working in her life and the lives of the Chinese believers is so clear! It is an ABSOLUTE must read for anyone who loves our Great God and Savior Jesus Christ!
After watching the movie, "The Inn of the Sixth Happiness," starring Ingred Bergmann, I wanted to know more about Gladys Aylward, so I purchased a copy of this short biography. The movie, based on Aylward's work in China was uplifting, enlightening and inspirational. I wondered how true to her real story the movie was. And even though Hollywood added a touch of romance, most of what they portrayed about this amazing woman was true. The book Gladys Aylward has written about her experiences portra...more
Apr 16, 2012
Marni
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Gladys Aylward has to be one of the most inspiring women in history. Though not very educated, she had the faith to follow God wherever He sent her, and He sent her to China.
The movie "Inn of the Sixth Happiness," which quickly became one of my favorites as soon as I saw it, is the story of Gladys Aylward. The movie follows closely to the story in the book (except for an added love story), though of course the book gives a lot more background information, and then continues the story beyond the...more
The movie "Inn of the Sixth Happiness," which quickly became one of my favorites as soon as I saw it, is the story of Gladys Aylward. The movie follows closely to the story in the book (except for an added love story), though of course the book gives a lot more background information, and then continues the story beyond the...more
An amazing journey and an amazing woman.
Gladys went to China in the early 1900's to unbind women's feet.
She learns about a country in transition from the reign of emperors to the harsh changes under Mao.
Most importantly, she finds out about the lives of Chinese women, who, for centuries have been relegated to the place of a male possession, hidden in courts, altered - through foot binding - so that they fit the male perspective of wealth and beauty.
And then there is Gladys, alone, a westerner,...more
Gladys went to China in the early 1900's to unbind women's feet.
She learns about a country in transition from the reign of emperors to the harsh changes under Mao.
Most importantly, she finds out about the lives of Chinese women, who, for centuries have been relegated to the place of a male possession, hidden in courts, altered - through foot binding - so that they fit the male perspective of wealth and beauty.
And then there is Gladys, alone, a westerner,...more
I am absolutely blown away by this woman and her faith. I cannot help but admire someone who was able to put so much faith in God and accomplish so much with so little. Her experiences are definitely worth a read and if you want a story that will uplift and inspire you then pick this up!
It's hard to beat the story of a real heroine of the faith, written in her own words. She hides nothing, not even her weaknesses. This book gave me much to think about and much to be thankful for... And more fuel on the fire for missions in my heart.
Interesting true life story of a woman who was called by God to be a missionary in China. Her love, hard work and dedication to Christ opened up many doors to share the Word with many people in Asia and Europe. Although it was a short book, it contained much.
This book was really short but really good. I could have read it in one day but I made myself only read a little each day so I would have some for the next day! Really good. Gladys has a wonderful story!
What an incredible true story about an incredible woman! I kept wondering why I have never heard of Gladys Aylward before. She is a true example of a disciple of Jesus Christ.
This was a very inspiring book of a woman's dedication to missionary work and to Jesus Christ. It told her story of a desire to teach the Chinese about Christ and her amazing dedication. I had read the book when I was in jr high and I got so much more from it as an adult. The movie that was made of her life in China, The Inn of the Sixth Happiness, ended when she accompanied 100 chinese children over the mountains and into safety during the war. However, her book continues to follow her life aft...more
I watched the movie"The Sixth Happiness" and became curious about this woman. I read her biography and found it even more amazing than the movie.
Another one of my heroes!! She knew her mission in life and was determined to live it! She did not obstacles in her path stop her.
Not to be confused w/Alcott's "Little Women," this true story of Chinese missionary Gladys Aylward and her ministry is a must read!
Amazing true story of courage, determination, and faith. Basis for the Ingrid Bergman film "The Inn of the Sixth Happiness"
I lovely book and spiritual. Amazing what a person can accomplish when she believes. "The Inn of the Sixth Happiness" movie is based on this book. She felt a call to serve God in China and accomplished miracles.
From the depths of a heart called to serve God, this book will strengthen and build you up in your walk with Christ.
One of my favorite movies,just had to read the real story,better than the movie and a far more realistic. Gladys was one of a kind and a inspiration.
Can't remember what version I read, but her story is amazing. Well worth reading!
This was a fantastic biography, an amazing story! Definately worth the read!
This is a small book but a very powerful book on the life of Gladys Alward!
Fantastic story of trust in God and what He leads you to do.
This was a wonderful book- very inspiring. Highly recommended, though not easy to find. I read it on my Kindle.
Inspiring.
Really enjoyed reading about this amazing woman
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Gladys May Aylward was born in Edmonton, London to a working class family. She worked as a maid and had very little education.
In her twenties she attended an evangelistic service and dedicated her life to God. Despite being "unqualified" according to a mission organization, Gladys was determined to be a missionary to China. She spent her life savings on a railroad ticket to Yuncheng in the Shanxi...more
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In her twenties she attended an evangelistic service and dedicated her life to God. Despite being "unqualified" according to a mission organization, Gladys was determined to be a missionary to China. She spent her life savings on a railroad ticket to Yuncheng in the Shanxi...more
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