Twenty-eight stories from the Old and New Testaments. These "grains of wheat" bring to mind the events, situations, and figures that have always given strength and hope to our lives.
What makes this book special is the simplicity of its text and the power of its illustrations. The stories are told briefly and accompanied by beautiful images throughout. The drawings, created by Dutch artist Kees de Kort, are genuine works of art—modern and captivating. Every gesture, every face, every expression "tells" and "explains" what is happening and the essential feelings of each character.
Even our youngest children and those who struggle with reading will be able to follow the story. Naturally, these grains of wheat will germinate more easily with the help and commentary of parents, grandparents, and friends. These will be precious moments for young and old alike. What we value most in this beautiful volume is its ability to speak to everyone and offer each person that wealth—faith and poetry—that can never be taken away.
— Natalia Livi, 1997