Give

Name: Give
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow
ISBN: 9780008360030

Author: Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow

Narrator: David Monteath

Unabridged: 7 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: William Collins

Published: 09/03/2020

Categories: Nonfiction, Social Science, Philanthropy & Charity, Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs, Religion, Christian Living, Self-help, Motivational & Inspirational, Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy

Synopsis

From the founder of Mary’s Meals and the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Shed That Fed a Million Children, Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow travels the world encountering startling acts of charity and the power of generosity. Few people in the world are better placed to understand the role of charity and generosity than Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow. As the founder and CEO of Mary’s Meals, Magnus helps feed and educate millions of children in 18 different countries across the world every year. In a time when some charitable organisations have been rocked by scandal and many are questioning their effectiveness in the modern age, Give takes us on an epic journey to rediscover the beauty and transformative power of authentic charity. Powerful and inspiring, Give celebrates the impact of charity in all our lives, illustrating how the act of sharing – and even sacrifice – is the key to a life of joy.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Olga

I have mixed feelings about this title. I liked the part relating to the Mary's Meals and their work around the world. The difficult part begins, when the author spends a lot of time confirming that although the name of the organisation comes from its Christian origin, it isn't Christian only. Later......more

Goodreads review by Jan

Related well to this personal story book. I found the author to be humble and happy to question his own actions within Mary’s Meals development journey. Really valuable insights into the international development charity world. Useful exploration particularly early on into motivations and value of c......more

Goodreads review by Andrew

This is an interesting and extremely challenging book: challenging in that it challenges you to consider what more you could and should be giving, as well as challenging underlying attitudes and assumptions. It is also a very thoughtful and informed reflection on the whole charity business. Highly r......more

Goodreads review by Anne-Marie

Brilliant account of charity in our lives by the founder of Mary's Meals whether it is through official charities like Mary's Meals and Cafod but also in little acts of love we make ourselves. Inspirational.......more

Goodreads review by debbie-anne Hogarth

A look at charity and love, the highs and the lows.......more

Quotes

‘Such an inspiring and thoughtful rediscovery of the sheer beauty of charity. The loveliest book I’ve read this year.’ – Bishop John Keenan ‘A must read for everyone who has a heart to make a difference in the world.’ – Cheryl Weber, Host of 100 Huntley Street