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Letters from Nicaragua

John MedcalfJohn Medcalf's letters are a vivid portrait of life in rural Nicaragua during the civil conflict in the 1980s. He conveys to the reader the warmth and generosity of the people and their stoicism in the face of repeated attacks by the 'contras' supported by the US. He shares with great openness his own response as a priest as he works alongside his parishioners to tend to the wounded after a raid, bury the dead and comfort the bereaved. He also celebrates Christmas, starts a library in the parish and encourages music-playing during Mass.

This new edition includes the original foreword by Graham Greene, as well as an additional introduction by Tim McConville, a long-time friend of the writer, an outline of events in Nicaragua and a short biography of Father Medcalf.

2002 ISBN 1 85287 255 1
57pp A5
Price: £3.00

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