{"title":"Galawdewos","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating collection of works by Galawdewos, an influential figure in historical biographical literature. Experience the poignant narratives and rich cultural tapestry of Ethiopian history through meticulously researched accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Life of Walatta-Petros\u003c\/em\u003e, a riveting biography that brings to life the extraordinary journey of Walatta-Petros, a renowned Ethiopian saint and monastic reformer. Through Galawdewos's vivid storytelling, readers are transported to the 17th century, discovering the complexities of spiritual devotion, leadership, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGalawdewos’s writings are an essential addition to any lover of Biography \u0026amp; Memoir. His works not only shed light on remarkable individuals but also encapsulate significant historical and cultural contexts that continue to resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an enlightening exploration of history with Galawdewos's profound collection, where every page offers insight and inspiration from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-life-of-walatta-petros-by-galawdewos-9780691182919","title":"The Life of Walatta-Petros","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis concise edition of the biography of \u003cem\u003eWalatta-Petros\u003c\/em\u003e (1672) tells the story of an Ethiopian saint who lived from 1592 to 1642 and led a successful nonviolent movement to preserve African Christian beliefs in the face of European protocolonialism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the oldest-known book-length biography of an African woman written by Africans before the nineteenth century, and one of the earliest stories of African resistance to European influence. Written by her disciples after her death, \u003cem\u003eThe Life of Walatta-Petros\u003c\/em\u003e praises her as a friend of women, a devoted reader, a skilled preacher, and a radical leader, providing a rare picture of the experiences and thoughts of Africans—especially women—before the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to an authoritative and highly readable translation, this edition, which omits the notes and scholarly apparatus of the hardcover, features a new introduction aimed at students and general readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846446305516,"sku":"9780691182919","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1816333482434.jpg?v=1758910091"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/galawdewos.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}