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This intriguing story of Eric Liddell, Scottish Olympic gold medal winner and missionary to China, provides the reader with not only a biography, but with Olympic history, and an inspiring look at missions. Caughey covers Liddell’s lifespan – including childhood, collegiate, courtship, marriage, parenting and missions aspects. Eric Liddell’s speed and skill won the hearts of the public, and helped open doors for him to share the gospel.

Liddell was known for his “windmill” flailing of arms as he raced and for his refusal to race on the Sabbath (or Sunday???), holding true to his convictions. Additionally, his positive relations with competitors as he shook their hands and wished them success in their running, made an impact on the public.

Consistent in his verbal and lifestyle testimony, Liddell was a person of integrity and passion. His years on the mission field were marked with times of war and struggle, and eventual death due to illness. His testimony lives on, and his passion for sharing God’s love continues through others in his wake.

Recommended reading for youth and adult alike.

Related Authors

• Ellen Caughey

Related Books

• Eric Liddell (Mass Market)

• Eric Liddell - Young Readers (Soft Cover)